Pharmacy Ops Specialist, Intermediate - (Oncology)

at  UPMC

PHARMACY OPS SPECIALIST, INTERMEDIATE – (ONCOLOGY) – CASUAL

Job ID: 6063964251
Status: Casual
Regular/Temporary: Limited
Shift: Day Job
Facility: ONC00-UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Department: HBC CC Pharmacy
Location: 2500 W 12th St, Erie, PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 17.82-27.42 USD

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required OR Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Program

AND one of the following:

• Two years of previous pharmacy technician experience
• Enrollment in good standing as a pharmacy student
• Demonstrated competency in all detailed aspects of the Pharmacy Operations Specialists designated area which includes (Inventory Control, Chemotherapy, Medication Safety, Automation, Information Technology..etc.)

PURPOSE:

Are you looking to take the next step in your Pharmacy Technician career? UPMC Hillman Cancer Center; at our Erie network site (Erie, PA) is looking for a motivated Pharmacy Operations Specialist to join their team! This is a great opportunity for someone who has an interest in oncology and thrives off providing amazing pharmaceutical care.
This is a Casual position that will work as needed daylight hours, Monday – Friday with no weekends or holidays. We offer a competitive wage, a generous total rewards benefits package, and a built-in pharmacy technician career ladder. Apply today to learn more!
The Pharmacy Operations Specialist provides operational support within the pharmacy by demonstrating proficient knowledge of the responsibilities of a designated pharmacy role (i.e., Inventory Control, Chemotherapy, Medication Safety, Automation, and Information Technology etc.). The Pharmacy Operations Specialist services are provided in compliance with the Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and evaluate policy, procedure, and training materials regarding operational workflow of designated area
• Assist in training other Operations Specialists in determining their ability to function in DESIGNATED area of the Pharmacy department.
• Provide and received information (via telephone, person-to-person, or written) to hospital personnel, patients and visitors. Refer all drug information questions to Staff Pharmacists.
• Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job.
• Oversee and instruct other associates in the DESIGNATED area regarding day-to-day activities.
• Maintain all pertinent documentation as required.
• Demonstrate a service orientation in all interpersonal relations. Conveys a positive, professional image at all times.
• Perform assigned job responsibilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a service orientation in all interpersonal relations. Conveys a positive, professional image at all times.
• Develop and maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked work environment.
• Ensure that all medications in all areas have been safely and securely stored according to Department of Health, The Joint Commission, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Oversee and instruct other associates in the DESIGNATED area regarding day-to-day activities.
• Use computer skills to process and document information as needed for Operations Specialist’s designated area
• Take an active role in the training of fellow staff members in ones area of expertise.
• Provide feedback to the needs of the department and other associates in a respectful and effective manner consistent with UPMC values
• Perform assigned job responsibilities with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Provide feedback to the needs of the department and other associates in a respectful and effective manner consistent with UPMC values