Pharmacy Department Team Leader - Full-Time - Cambridge

Company: Atrius Health
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Pharmacy Department Team Leader - Full-Time - Cambridge - (116805)Atrius Health is a nonprofit healthcare leader delivering a system of connected care that enables us to know our patients better so that we can serve them well. Across 32 clinical locations, more than 50 specialties and 825 physicians, we provide proactive, customized care to more than 720,000 adult and pediatric patients across eastern Massachusetts.The Atrius Health practices including Dedham Medical Associates, Granite Medical Group, Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates and PMG Physician Associates - together with VNA Care - work in collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities, to develop innovative and effective ways of delivering care in the most appropriate setting, making it easier for patients to be healthy.We believe that by establishing a solid foundation of knowledge, understanding and trust with each of our patients, we enrich their health and enhance their lives.SUMMARYUnder the direct supervision of the pharmacy Chief (Supervisor), coordinates the daily support operations of a Pharmacy Department. Serves as a working functional supervisor or team leader for Pharmacy support staff.EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONSHigh School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit required.Graduate of an approved pharmacy technician program or institutional/retail pharmacy experience.Must currently be a Registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of Massachusetts with an active pharmacy technician license without restrictions from the MA Board of Pharmacy.Must currently have an active National Pharmacy Training Certification without restrictions.Must complete Certified Pharmacy Technician Continuing Education (CE) credits per calendar year as required by National Pharmacy Technician Certification and in accordance with Pharmacy Staff License Monitoring and Maintenance of Credentials Policy.Must not be listed on the Exclusion Database List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) maintained by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG).EXPERIENCEAt least 3 years of pharmacy support experience required, preferably with at least 2 years of experience in a high volume retail pharmacy or outpatient facility.Must be at least 18 years of age.SKILLSLeadership potential. Requires in depth knowledge of area of specialty. Must possess working knowledge of pharmacy operations and cash handling experience. Requires knowledge of laws and regulations related to pharmacy practice and patient confidentiality. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills are preferred. Must be team oriented and demonstrate excellent customer service skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with patients and colleagues. Sound judgment with the ability to work and make decisions in a fast-paced environment. Requires knowledge of medication abbreviation and symbols, common dosage calculations, and storage requirements. Strong computer skills are preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook desirable.All Pharmacy Department applicants, (excluding Clinical Pharmacy) who are offered a job with Atrius Health will be tested for drugs as part of the post job offer employment screening process. Any applicant who tests positive for illegal drug use will not be hired. While Atrius Health cannot force a candidate to take a drug test, refusing to take the test may result in a rescinded offer of employment.Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.Benefits Include: - Up to 8% company retirement contribution, - Generous Paid Time Off - 10 paid holidays, - Paid professional development, - Generous health and welfare benefit package.Organization PharmacyPrimary Location Cambridge MASchedule Monday - Friday 8-6pmJob PharmacyJob Level Individual ContributorJob Type Regular Full Time - 40 Hrs (Full Time Benefit Eligible)

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