Job Summary
The Pharmacy Production Lead Technician is responsible for overseeing the production activities within the pharmacy department. This role involves managing pharmacy production processes, mainstreaming the workflow as well as training new staff.
Key Responsibilities
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Production Management:
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Direct pharmacy production workflow, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
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Oversee compounding, packaging, and labeling processes for pharmaceutical products, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Scheduling:
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Assist or direct the creation of staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
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Training and Development:
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Provide training and ongoing education to pharmacy production staff on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
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Keep staff informed about changes in regulations and industry standards related to pharmacy operations.
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Regulatory Compliance:
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Ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations, including those related to medication procurement, storage, and handling.
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Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry standards governing pharmacy production practices.
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Quality Assurance:
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Implement quality assurance measures to verify the accuracy and integrity of pharmaceutical products and packaging.
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Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
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Process Improvement:
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Identify opportunities to streamline pharmacy production processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.
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Implement best practices and process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration:
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Collaborate with other departments, including pharmacy dispensing and data entry, to ensure seamless coordination of pharmacy operations and fulfillment of patient orders.
Qualifications
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Licensed Pharmacy Technician with state board of pharmacy.
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National Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred.
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Previous experience in pharmacy production, purchasing, or inventory management, with demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience preferred.
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in pharmacy production and purchasing processes.
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Working Conditions
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Works in office area(s) and pharmacy.
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Moves intermittently during working hours.
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Is subject to frequent interruptions.
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Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
Education
Must possess and maintain any and all necessary active and unencumbered certifications, degrees, or licenses in the necessary state, to the extent the position requires such certifications, degrees, or licenses.
Specific Requirements
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Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept.
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Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
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Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
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Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation)
(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
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Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
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Must be able to read, speak, and understandably write the English language.
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Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
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Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with customers, residents, personnel, and support agencies.
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Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this company, which include a medical and physical examination if the position requires.
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Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
All Other Duties as Assigned.
I understand this job description and its requirements; I understand that this is not an exclusive list of the job functions and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned; I understand the job functions may be altered by management without notice and that I am an at-will employee.
Accommodations
The company is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes that an individual with a disability may require accommodation to enable the individual to successfully perform a job function. I understand that I should discuss with my supervisor any needed accommodation. I agree to cooperate with the company in identifying and discussing any available reasonable accommodation that may enable me to perform the essential function(s) of my position.
