SummarySupervises the activities of the Pharmacy staff. Assumes responsibility for adequately staffing the pharmacy department and pharmacy productivity. Coordinates the performance evaluation process and quality assurance activities. Acts as a liaison between the pharmacy's technical staff, upper pharmacy management, and other disciplines.
Job Duties- Collaborates with Pharmacy Leadership and others within the department to monitor, maintain, and improve operational efficiency of the department.
- Assumes staffing responsibilities in the role of the pharmacist to ensure smooth operation of the pharmacy.
- Manages the specialized functions of the assigned areas. Ensures projects are carried out, provides training where needed, and contributes to budget and expense management.
- Develops schedules, conducts annual evaluations, provides orientation, offers counseling, interviews candidates, approves time cards, and hires and discipline employees.
- Provides input on budgetary considerations for their section at budget time. Monitors the income and expenses to compare with the budget as documented by monthly reports.
- Identifies areas for improvement and establishes process change. Engages staff to participate in all aspects of department improvement.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s Degree Accredited College of Pharmacy.
- 3 years Hospital pharmacy and pharmacist experience.
- Demonstrates ability to direct pharmacy staff and to address scheduling, productivity, and personnel problems or questions in a positive manner.
- RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Physical DemandsLift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Work Shift:
Day Shift
Address:
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Primary Location:
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest
Position Type:
Onsite
Union:
Not Applicable
Work Schedule:
Day shift 7am-3:30pm, monday-friday, no weekends
Department:
