Pharmacy Technician, Lead
At the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), we are creating a better state of care, for our communities and our team members at more than 150 locations across Maryland.
UMMS believes all team members are caregivers—and we support our caregivers so they can care for our patients. When you join UMMS, you become part of a highly reliable community of more than 27,000, where your experience is respected, your expertise is recognized, and your passion and curiosity are nurtured. A generous benefits package supports your physical, mental, and financial health through a paid time off plan, comprehensive health coverage, dependent care and tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, wellbeing services and more.
UMMS embraces a just culture where all team members are treated fairly and are empowered to communicate their goals and pursue their full career potential. We are guided by our shared values—compassion, discovery, excellence, diversity and integrity—and we are looking for talented individuals who will embrace those values and help us achieve our mission and vision.
UMMS has been recognized as a top employer nationally and most recently is a recipient of the Forbes’ 2023 America’s Best Large Employers award, as well as Newsweek’s 2023 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women honors.
Pharmacy Technician, Lead
Job ID: REF28836K
Area of Interest: Allied Health
Location: Baltimore,MD US
Hours of Work: Every Other Weekend
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Medical Center
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Rotating
Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!
Under general supervision fills orders for unit doses, pre-package pharmaceuticals, intravenous admixtures, DEA Controlled substances, floor stock, supplemental medications, emergency kits and general stock requisitions. Maintains proper levels of pharmaceutical supplies, instruments and equipment. Performs various related pharmacy duties including such quality management activities as drug product recalls, pharmacy area inspections and pharmaceutical care audits. Responsible for maintaining the Robot.
- Prepares and dispenses medication orders for an assigned patient population (in-patient and out-patient). Fills patient medication bins, daily, in the assigned pharmacy satellite, based on physician orders and patient profiles approved by the Pharmacist through the pharmacy computer system, in accordance with departmental procedures.
- Maintains appropriate inventory levels of medications and pharmaceutical supplies in the Pharmacy department and in-patient care areas. Tracks and maintains stock levels of pharmaceutical supplies to insure availability of supplies in accordance to pre-established par levels. Data is given to clerk for entry into the computer system for audit purposes.
- Oversees pharmacy technician staff and communicates problems to the supervisor or Pharmacist for resolution, as necessary.
- Observes established department policies, procedures and quality assurance programs, safety, security, environmental and infection control standards.
- Assists in the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies, such as, Laminar Flow Hoods, biological safety cabinets, computers and printers, packaging equipment and manufacturing equipment.
- Participates in the interview process and training of new staff.
- Attends and participates in in-service training and various educational programs to enhance professional growth and development.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
- Maryland BOP registration required
Preferred:
- IV experience
- Sterile compounding experience
- Leadership experience preferred
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.