Job Objective:

Under the direction of the Assistant Director and Director of Pharmacy, in close collaboration with the leadership and staff of the Pharmacy Department, with some latitude for independent judgment and action, manages all aspects of the procurement and inventory maintenance of all pharmaceutical and related supply inventories to optimize patient safety in the medication use process. Also supervises the medication recall process, charge master maintenance as required and integration of purchasing process with all appropriate pharmacy information and automation systems.

Models a desire to create systems of excellence in inventory management and related technology.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

15.Assists in the creation and publication of training reference materials.

Non-Essential Duties:

Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of and can apply all state and federal laws and regulations related to the practice of pharmacy.
Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency regarding special needs and behaviors of age or ethnic specific groups

Skills

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrates strong analytical skills in gathering information from users, defining work problems and designing a system of procedures to resolve problems.

Abilities

Able to effectively train and educate staff.
Ability to adhere with AVH Policies and Procedures and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of corporate compliance rules and regulations
Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations and maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital, and department information
Ability to conform to AVH Standards of Excellence and supports the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors
Ability to conform with and support hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other health care professionals
Ability to work independently and demonstrate effective decision making skills.
Ability to perform all the duties of a Pharmacy Technician III.

Core Competencies: All AVH employees will effectively demonstrate these behaviors:

Accountability: Action Oriented: Customer Focused.

Compassion:

Effective Communication:

Teamwork:

Ethics & Values: Integrity & Trust:

Education and Experience:

Education

High School diploma or equivalent is required. Associate of Arts or Bachelors Degree in related field is preferred.

Experience

At least 5 years acute care pharmacy practice as a pharmacy technician.
Must have experience at a senior pharmacy technician level.
Prefer three to five years focused experience related to pharmacy purchasing.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

Must have a current State of California Pharmacy Technician License

AVH Conduct/Compliance Expectations:

Ability to adhere with AVH Leaves of Absence Policy
Ability to adhere with AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
Ability to adhere with AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy
Ability to adhere to the department dress code
Ability to organize work and establish priorities
Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties
Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards
Conforms to AVH Standards of Excellence
Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff
Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVH
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information
Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations
Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties
Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures
Conforms with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements
Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines
Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education
Display a willingness to work as a team player
Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times
Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Corporate Compliance rules and regulations, complies with duty to report behavior standard, demonstrates understanding of purpose for Corporate Compliance hotline and importance of seeking guidance from a supervisor when in doubt regarding a possible corporate compliance issue

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Works primarily in an office environment.
Requires ability to stand, sit or walk around department and facility most of the day.
Some bending, lifting less than 20 lbs and reaching above the shoulder.
Typing, answering phones and working around automated equipment.
Potential for exposure to dangerous or toxic medications.

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.

NOTE: THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY PEOPLE ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB. THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS, AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR THE PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

Education and Experience:

Education

High School diploma or equivalent is required. Associate of Arts or Bachelors Degree in related field is preferred.

Experience

At least 5 years acute care pharmacy practice as a pharmacy technician.
Must have experience at a senior pharmacy technician level.
Prefer three to five years focused experience related to pharmacy purchasing.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

Must have a current State of California Pharmacy Technician License