General Summary of Position Directly supervises the pharmacy technicians in the Department of Pharmacy at Georgetown University Hospital.Accountable for the oversight of day to day activities of the technician staff, scheduling technicians and providing staff training and development in the pharmacy.The position functions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for all the activities outlined in the Pharmacy Technician job description.

Oversee technician operations of the Pharmacy in a cost-effective manner.Oversight activities include scheduling, day to day operations, delegating responsibility and assuring adequate resources to meet the patients' need.

Coordinates and participates in the orientation, training, and continuing education programs for technicians, new pharmacy employees and volunteers.

Actively contributes to the evaluation and continued improvement of patient services, policies, procedures and achievement of departmental goals and objectives.

Ensures that automated dispensing cabinet medications are loaded in a timely fashion.

Ensure that all required drugs are ordered for our patients scheduled to receive treatment prior to their arrival under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

Assures compliance with safety and security policy and procedures.

Performs quality assurance and improvement activities such as code carts, hypersensitivity boxes, refrigerator and freezer monitoring, and outdated medications checking.

Responsible for all technician-related functions during initiation and monitoring visits.

Demonstrates on consistent basis behaviors which comprise and maintain open and appropriate communications and an atmosphere of caring, concern, respect and support for patients, visitors, medical staff and coworkers.

Ensures that the technicians adhere to all NIOSH, USP-797, ASHP, and regulatory guidelines applicable to storage, preparation, dispensing of hazardous and non-hazardous drugs

Administer annual competency testing for technical staff that work in the satellite

Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and is not to be considered as all inclusive.

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GEDrequiredor
• the equivalent GED. requiredand
• Some college education preferred

Experience

• 5-7 years Hospital oncology pharmacy practice experience (with IV admixture) preferredand
• Be proficient in all job functions of the pharmacy technician (704340) required

Licenses and Certifications

• PHRMTECH-R - Registered Pharmacy Technician Registry with the D.C. Board of Pharmacyrequired

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to work well with others, make decisions, problem solve, communicate and delegate responsibility.
• Demonstrates excellence in internal and external customer service ability in the areas of communication and service (i.e. answering the telephone after 3 rings and responding to issues in a timely manner).
• Demonstrates supervisory and coaching skills.
• Needs basic mathematical skills and a working knowledge of the metric system.
• Must be proficient at reading.

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities.We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.