Pharmacy Technician, Lead

Job Description
Under general supervision fills orders for unit doses, pre-package pharmaceuticals, intravenous admixtures, DEA Controlled substances, floor stock, supplemental medications, emergency kits and general stock requisitions. Maintains proper levels of pharmaceutical supplies, instruments and equipment. Performs various related pharmacy duties including such quality management activities as drug product recalls, pharmacy area inspections and pharmaceutical care audits.  Responsible for maintaining the Robot.
Prepares and dispenses medication orders for an assigned patient population (in-patient and out-patient).  Fills patient medication bins, daily, in the assigned pharmacy satellite, based on physician orders and patient profiles approved by the Pharmacist through the pharmacy computer system, in accordance with departmental procedures.
Maintains appropriate inventory levels of medications and pharmaceutical supplies in the Pharmacy department and in-patient care areas.  Tracks and maintains stock levels of pharmaceutical supplies to insure availability of supplies in accordance to pre-established par levels. Data is given to clerk for entry into the computer system for audit purposes. 
Oversees pharmacy technician staff and communicates problems to the supervisor or Pharmacist for resolution, as necessary.   
Observes established department policies, procedures and quality assurance programs, safety, security, environmental and infection control standards.
Assists in the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies, such as, Laminar Flow Hoods, biological safety cabinets, computers and printers, packaging equipment and manufacturing equipment.
Participates in the interview process and training of new staff. 
Attends and participates in in-service training and various educational programs to enhance professional growth and development.