SpecialtyRx
Pharmacy Technician Shift Supervisor
Columbus, Ohio•Full-time
$24 - $25 hourly
$24 - $25 hourly
About the Job
Our Company:
SpecialtyRx is a Long-Term Care pharmacy providing pharmaceutical services to long-term care facilities and assisted living communities. SpecialtyRx takes pride in delivering personalized care and quality pharmacy services.
SpecialtyRx is a Long-Term Care pharmacy providing pharmaceutical services to long-term care facilities and assisted living communities. SpecialtyRx takes pride in delivering personalized care and quality pharmacy services.
Position Summary
The Pharmacy Technician Shift Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily pharmacy operations during the assigned shift and ensuring all prescription orders are processed accurately, efficiently, and on time. This position supervises pharmacy technicians, coordinates workflow with Floor Leads and pharmacy leadership, resolves operational issues, and assists the Floor Manager and Pharmacist in Charge as needed.
The Shift Supervisor plays an important role in keeping the pharmacy running smoothly by ensuring staffing and workflow are aligned with daily operational demands. The ideal candidate remains calm, positive, organized, and solution-focused, especially during busy or high-volume periods.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Pharmacist in Charge and Floor Manager with daily pharmacy operations and departmental tasks.
- Oversee daily workflow to ensure prescription orders, packaging, filling, compounding, and deliveries are completed accurately and on time, including STAT orders.
- Supervise pharmacy technicians to ensure productivity and workflow expectations are met.
- Direct staff to appropriate tasks based on workload, priorities, and operational needs.
- Allocate staffing resources effectively to maintain workflow efficiency and meet delivery deadlines.
- Monitor pharmacy operations throughout the shift and proactively identify and resolve workflow issues.
- Coordinate with Floor Leads to maintain consistent workflow and communicate changing priorities.
- Provide guidance, support, and assistance to pharmacy staff to promote teamwork and productivity.
- Maintain a positive and professional work environment, particularly during high-volume or stressful situations.
- Ensure floor stock is restocked in a timely manner and expired medications are removed according to established procedures.
- Rotate medication stock and maintain appropriate inventory controls.
- Assist with the processing, recycling, and disposal of returned medications in accordance with established procedures.
- Perform packaging, filling, shipping, and other pharmacy technician duties as needed, including prepacking floor bulk prescriptions.
- Monitor and reinforce compliance with pharmacy policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Address attendance, dress code, and other departmental expectations in coordination with pharmacy leadership.
- Communicate important operational updates between shifts and with pharmacy leadership to ensure continuity.
- Assist the Floor Manager and Pharmacist in Charge with operational issues, staff needs, and special projects as necessary.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Pharmacist in Charge or pharmacy leadership.
Qualifications
- Active Ohio Pharmacy Technician license required.
- PTCB certification preferred.
- Previous pharmacy experience required; long-term care pharmacy experience preferred.
- Previous supervisory or lead pharmacy technician experience preferred.
- Previous data entry experience preferred.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and positive under pressure.
- Dependable and reliable with strong attendance.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and provide direction to others.
- Ability to perform light lifting and other physical requirements of the position.
Schedule
1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Every Weekend- 12 hour Shifts Friday- Sunday
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
EEO Statement
SpecialtyRx, Inc. is fully committed to employing a diverse workforce. We recruit and retain talented individuals without regard to gender, race, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
EO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.