What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Operations Coordinator position at CommonSpirit Health?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Pharmacy Operations Coordinator, you will manage various tasks crucial for the efficient functioning of pharmacy operations, ensuring timely and accurate management of essential supplies and equipment. Every day, you will oversee procurement, inventory, and distribution processes for pharmacy supplies, including specialized items. You will also manage compliance for certain controlled inventory, serve as a system expert for automated solutions, and provide support and training to staff. To be successful, you will need strong organizational, technical, and communication skills to maintain operational standards, manage inventory, and support team needs.
- Maintains and monitors sitespecific inventory of all medications, pharmaceutical supplies, and IV solutions and supplies utilized by pharmacy personnel and ensures appropriate inventory levels are maintained for effective operation of the hospital.
- Coordinates the procurement of all pharmacy medications, I.V.solutions, supplies and special order items via the pharmacy purchasing system(s) for the assigned hospital.
- Serves as a pharmacy administrator and subject matter expert for the hospital’s automated medication distribution system.
- Oversees and troubleshoots the Automated Dispensing Cabinet (ADC) console; communicates changes to Pharmacy staff; serves as a liaison between ADC and Pharmacy; monitors ADC security by reviewing staff update lists; trains staff on system changes and upgrades; notifies Operations Manager/Director or vendor of system issues.
- Initiates monthly QA monitoring and report requirements to include 797, temperature tracking monitoring and compliance; produces QA discrepancy reports; maintains storage records.
- Coordinates the purchasing of all controlled substances; monitors product changes and back orders; updates CII safe contract numbers; may participate in the investigative process when diversion is identified.
Job Requirements
Required
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Two (2) years of recent pharmacy experience or equivalent
- Registered Pharmacy Tech in the state of employment
- Active CPTEXCPT or CPTPTCB or CPHT certification in good standing in state of employment
Where You’ll Work
Think differently about the way care is given at St. Francis Hospital � Interquest! With 10 specialty-sized operating rooms, a full-service emergency department, inpatient, and critical care units, St. Francis Interquest is well-equipped for caregivers to redefine patient care and clinical efficiency. St. Francis Hospital � Interquest is the hospital of the future that will innovate patient care & clinical efficiency through state-of-the-art technology including smart patient rooms, whole-hospital telehealth, and real-time locating capabilities for equipment, patients, and employees. Caregivers will have the opportunity to work with world class specialty surgeons and enhance their skills within their specialty. Leaders will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build their own teams and cultivate a collaborative and supportive team culture. As a brand-new facility nestled in Colorado Springs, St. Francis Hospital � Interquest is designed to support our flourishing community! With 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy access places like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.
Salary : $26 - $42