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Director Pyxis Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Pharmacy Tech

Lisbon, OH · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

Working knowledge of Pyxis machine. * Inventory and stocking of pharmacy supplies. * Check ... Full Name: First Last Alexandria Pollard Direct phone number 3147444162 Recruiter : Email ...

Pharmacist

Ashtabula, OH · On-site

$53 - $63.75/hr

Ability to be self-directed, motivated, and capable of supervising support personnel. Ability to ... Experience with current pharmacy technology, including Pyxis, automated compounding devices and ...

Pharmacist

Ashtabula, OH · On-site

$53 - $63.75/hr

Ability to be self-directed, motivated, and capable of supervising support personnel. Ability to ... Experience with current pharmacy technology, including Pyxis, automated compounding devices and ...

Travel Trauma Surgical ICU RN

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$2.0K - $2.7K/wk

Uses Epic, Pyxis, Vocera, and Outlook systems Requirements * Active OH or compact RN license ... Provide direct clinical care to critically ill trauma and surgical ICU patients American Traveler ...

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What are the roles and responsibilities of a Director Pyxis?

A Director Pyxis is typically responsible for overseeing the implementation, management, and optimization of Pyxis automated medication dispensing systems within healthcare facilities. They ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, supervise staff involved with medication distribution, and coordinate with pharmacy and nursing departments to streamline medication management processes. Additionally, they analyze system performance, manage budgets, and drive process improvements to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Director Pyxis?

To thrive as a Director, Pyxis, you need extensive experience in healthcare administration, pharmacy operations, and inventory management, usually supported by a degree in pharmacy, business, or healthcare management. Familiarity with Pyxis automated medication dispensing systems, regulatory compliance tools, and data analytics platforms is critical. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills help drive team performance and ensure safe medication practices. These competencies are vital for optimizing medication distribution, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing patient safety within healthcare organizations.

What are common challenges faced by a Director Pyxis in healthcare settings, and how can they be addressed?

A Director Pyxis often faces challenges such as ensuring system reliability, integrating Pyxis with other hospital technologies, and managing user training across departments. Balancing security, regulatory compliance, and user accessibility is also critical. To address these challenges, Directors typically work closely with IT, pharmacy, and nursing teams, implement regular system audits, and provide ongoing education to staff to ensure safe and efficient medication management.

What is the difference between Director Pyxis vs Pharmacist?

AspectDirector PyxisPharmacist
CredentialsTypically requires a pharmacy degree and licensureRequires a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) degree and licensure
Work EnvironmentOversees medication management systems, often in hospitals or healthcare facilitiesDispenses medications, provides patient counseling, works in pharmacies or hospitals
Industry UsageUsed in healthcare settings managing pharmacy automation systemsPracticed in pharmacy settings, hospitals, clinics

The main difference is that the Director Pyxis focuses on managing pharmacy automation systems and overseeing medication distribution processes, while the Pharmacist is directly involved in dispensing medications and patient care. Both roles require pharmacy credentials, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

What are the most commonly searched types of Pyxis jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Pyxis jobs in Ohio are:

Pharmacy Buyer - SGH Pharmacy - FT 1.0 (80 hrs biweekly) (72131)

MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM

Marietta, OH

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for providing accurate processing, purchasing, ordering and managing inventory of supplies and medications. The position works under the direct legal supervision of a registered pharmacist. The position is directly involved in all aspects of the department s operations, including medication and supply ordering, processing and distribution; floor stock procedures; controlled substance handling; data collection; billing; reporting; and performance improvement processes. The position must work with organization and accuracy to perform all duties, as assigned. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Job Functions:

  1. Manages inventory. Ensures continuous supplies are maintained with little or no interruption. Assists in the training of technicians in inventory practices (pharmacy, nursing unit and Pyxis). Informs director when staff is not following appropriate inventory practices.
  2. Pharmaceutical Purchasing and Contract Analysis.
  3. Assists the Pharmacy Director by supplying any data needed to ensure accurate monthly/yearly financial statements and reports.
  4. Accurate and timely billing entry.
  5. Coordinates record maintenance and storage.
  6. Performs clerical duties such as assisting with preparation and distribution of materials for pharmacy staff, data collection and record keeping for departmental activity and productivity and other projects to support departmental activities.
  7. Provides system-wide support for the 340B program, including Sentry system maintenance and comprehensive oversight/involvement of 340B workflows/projects throughout the Memorial Health System.
  8. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

  • High School Degree, GED or equivalent.
  • Certified National Pharmacy Technician and registered with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy.

Special Knowledge, Skills, Training:

  • Must have pharmacy experience, hospital experience preferred.
  • Knowledge or experience in automated dispensing, Pyxis preferably.
  • Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic functions.
  • Above average communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, meet strict deadlines and accurately perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Proficient with computers.

Compensation Details: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits: Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits.

Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.

Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online athttps://www.ocio.usda.gov/document/ad-3027, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email atprogram.intake@usda.gov.

*Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.