Automation Pharmacy Technician IV

Responsibilities

• Operate Omnicell automation at customers sites according to Omnicell SOPs and best practices.
• Perform return and restocking duties to optimize the customer’s use of automation.
• Monitor and maintain formulary inventory levels to ensure availability of medications for daily dispensing.
• Responsible for prescribed maintenance of automation products and reporting unresolved issues to the Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
• Perform daily and periodic cleaning of the equipment according to recommended best practices.
• Inspect robot cell daily for issues, wear, and functionality.
• Monitor system trends and report concerns. Resolve common system issues.
• Maintain a high level of communication to ensure proactive, solution-oriented problem identification and resolution.
• Responsible for basic troubleshooting and maintenance of automation equipment and reporting unresolved equipment issues to the appropriate helpdesk.
• Maintain a high level of communication with pharmacy operations manager and customer, to ensure proactive, solution-oriented problem identification and resolution.
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction by aligning the Pharmacy Services Program to provide customer-focused support emphasizing quality, professionalism, and responsiveness, by acting as liaison between Omnicell and customer to assist with customer concerns.
• Conduct training and ensure completion of all required documents and compliance with all Pharmacy Services procedures and policies.
• Maintain fiscal responsibility for work-related expenses, complete expense reports, adhere to corporate card procedures, per Omnicell travel policies.
• Comply with reasonable procedures, policies and guidelines established by the Customer facility.
• Maintain national certification and all state required credentialing.
• Act as a resource or SME, for Omnicell team members, providing training and/or assistance either on site or remotely to ensure optimal workflow.

Specialized Knowledge / Skills

• Good organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate great customer service skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with mechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of computer hardware, Microsoft Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A self-starter who is able to work independently and follow a detailed plan.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work well with customers and with employees at various levels.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Active License/Registration from the Missouri State Board of Pharmacy
• Active National Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT): PTCB or ExCPT certifications accepted.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician Training Program.
• 2 years previous experience in hospital pharmacy automation.
• Basic Troubleshooting Skills with automation devices.

Work Conditions

• Ability to travel for training.
• Pharmacy environment.
• 8-to-10-hour shifts.
• Working hours may be outside of normal business hours based on business or project needs.
• Capable of standing for several hours at a time.
• Potential exposure to hazardous drugs.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.