Pharmacy Automation Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Optimization of drug inventory stored within pharmacy automation.
• Coordinate, plan and execute any automation add-ons or new hospital opening or hospital conversions
• Maintaining of the Automation Databases (creation of new users(students)/items/reports)
• An active member of the pharmacy department and pharmacy council structure as it relates to the use and optimization of pharmacy automation across the system.
• Assists with evaluation of future medication automation products for all vendors considered beneficial to the organization
• Assists in the development and compliance with pharmacy automation policies and procedures
• May be asked to staff and perform all duties of a certified pharmacy technician

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of pharmacy related experience including the oversight of pharmacy automation dispensing and storage technology.
• Project management experience in the planning, preparation, and implementation of drug and inventory control automation projects including user training.

Certification and Licensure

• Pharmacy Technician License & Pharmacy Technician Board Certification (PTCB)
• Eligible to obtain or hold IL Pharmacy Technician License and/or Wisconsin Pharmacy Technician Registration

Skills and Abilities
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Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk, hear and smell. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Level of Supervision

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Supervises

Provides direction and oversight to the Automation Support Technicians and responsible for all aspects of automation system-wide.

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women