ADVANCED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN.
Job Title
ADVANCED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN.
Job Family
Function
COO
Job Code
30009192
Reports to Job
Pharmacy Manager
Job Description Summary
The Advanced Pharmacy Technician is responsible for providing medication related operational support within the pharmacy. Key duties include data entry, organizing and stocking medication shelves, labelling and documentation of medications for unit dose distribution and/or outpatient bulk distribution, repacking medication dosage forms under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, compounding sterile / non.-sterile preparations under the supervision of a pharmacist, replenishing medications through Automated Drug Dispensing (ADD) Machines, transporting and supplying Pharmaceuticals in an efficient and accountable manner throughout JHAH units, and providing unit based stock management and inventory overall inventory management and support. Must also maintain and coordinate as troubleshooter for ADD machines and conduct unit inspections to check safe medication storage. Must have strong attention to detail, the ability to follow procedures accurately, and effective communication skills.
Strategic Roles & Responsibilities %
5
Strategic Roles & Responsibilities
- Participate in JHAH pharmacy community awareness activities to enhance advancement of JHAH pharmacy profession
- Assist in the development of contingency plans and emergency preparedness strategies for the pharmacy department
- Assist in training of newly hired pharmacy technicians
Operational Roles & Responsibilities %
95
Operational Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide medication stock related administrative coordinator functionalities including documentation reporting accurate recordkeeping system transfer and other related duties within the pharmacy to support the overall workflow
- Provide support for maintaining appropriate stock levels of medications and supplies by ensuring timely filling reporting on stock levels and coordinating with the pharmacy and supply chain teams to ensure efficient inventory management
- Control and manage Saudi FDARSD requirements and ensure efficient reports of received and utilized medications
- Provide Medication Stocking and Distribution functionalities for organizing and stocking medication shelves labeling and documenting medications for unit dose distribution andor outpatient bulk distribution and replenishing medications through Automated Drug Dispensing ADD Machines
- Ensure efficient and accountable transport and supply of pharmaceuticals throughout the healthcare facility
- Compound sterilenon sterile preparations under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
- Support and mentor senior technicians for matters related to Automated Dispensing Machine troubleshooting functionalities and other patient care related functionalities mandated by operational need or manager directives
Minimum Education Required
Pharmacy Diploma Degree (minimum of three year’s academy course after High school) by recognized Saudi Arab Government Health Institute or equivalent. Additional relevant recognized technical certifications or approved Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or equivalent is preferred.
Professional Certifications Required
SCFHS license
Years of Experience
Minimum 9 years experience in related field
Languages
English:Advanced ; Arabic:Not Required
Functional Competencies
- Due Diligence
- Audit Reporting
- Data Collection
Core Competencies
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Cybersecurity
- Person-Centered Care
Acknowledgement
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Supplemental Work/Experience/Education Information
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Addendum Description
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