Pharmacy Operations Specialist

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Northwestern Memorial Healthcare Full time
Job Overview

At Northwestern Memorial Healthcare, we are committed to enhancing patient care through a collaborative and supportive environment. Our focus on patient-centered practices distinguishes us as a leader in the healthcare sector. As a vital member of our organization, you will contribute to our mission of improving healthcare quality across the board.

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Technician Specialist embodies the core values and mission of Northwestern Memorial Healthcare, adhering to our ethical standards and compliance protocols while meeting all relevant regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee and manage all pharmaceutical procurement activities.
  • Monitor inventory levels, assess past purchasing trends, and forecast future needs.
  • Ensure optimal drug inventory management.
  • Coordinate the receipt of pharmaceutical deliveries, ensuring proper storage and stock rotation.
  • Establish and maintain emergency supply channels by liaising with local healthcare facilities and vendors.
  • Facilitate the return and credit process for expired or surplus medications.
  • Act promptly on drug recall notifications.
  • Handle inter-departmental billing and conduct monthly inspections of pharmacy units.
  • Prepare and distribute medications and stock supplies to various departments and nursing units.
  • Resolve discrepancies with vendors regarding order fulfillment, shipping issues, and pricing errors.
  • Maintain comprehensive purchasing documentation, including invoices and historical records.
  • Generate and share purchasing reports within the department.
  • Assist in scheduling pharmacy technicians and contribute to their training and development.
  • Exhibit proficiency in all pharmacy technician duties, including sterile compounding of intravenous medications.
  • Participate in weekly audits of narcotic inventories to ensure accurate record-keeping.
  • Collaborate with pharmacy leadership to identify and implement workflow and inventory control improvements.
Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid Pharmacy Technician License.
  • Certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through recognized bodies.
  • A minimum of two years of specialized training or experience.

Preferred:

  • N/A

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We conduct background checks for all prospective employees, considering any criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws.



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