Pharmacy Shift Supervisor
Description

Reports to: Production Manager/ Pharmacist in Charge


The Pharmacy Shift Supervisor oversees the work of a team of Pharmacy Technicians that assist Pharmacists with the dispensing of prescriptions


DISCLAIMER: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.


Responsibilities:

  •  Monitors daily technician workflow
  •  Determines priorities and assigns and regulates the routine work production performed by technicians
  •  Ensures all labels are printed
  •  Ensures all orders are packed and toted by following workflow monitor
  •  Expedites the processing of prescriptions by performing all duties necessary and allowable by law and policy both in preparation for pharmacist fill and upon pharmacist completion of dispensing duties
  •  Organizes workflow by route
  •  Communicates progress with supervising pharmacist
  •  Monitors daily schedules to ensure that quality, production and customer service standards are maintained
  •  Train and integrate new technicians
  •  Contributes to the production strategy by understanding the metric goals and how to achieve them
  •  Maintains thorough knowledge of department processes
  •  Responds quickly and practically to emergencies, crises, or unexpected issues during the shift
  •  Exhibits strong interpersonal and customer service skills


Requirements
  •  Full understanding of pharmacy compliance and safety standards
  •  The ability to meet the physical demands of the job, such as standing for long periods of time
  •  Ability to multitask
  •  Leadership and management skills
  •  High School Diploma
  •  State Pharmacy Technician Registration or Licensure as Applicable
  •  CPhT preferred