Pharmacy Operations Specialist - CompleteRx

CompleteRx is looking for a full-time Operations Specialist (Traveling CPhT) who enjoys implementing pharmacy projects involving new and closing accounts, automated dispensing systems, serving as the interim buyer, and other projects. To meet the needs of our partnered hospitals, the position requires the following:

Location: Based in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, or Houston.

Travel Requirement: Up to 100%

If you enjoy traveling, collaborating with our pharmacy teams during a transitional period, and meeting project deadlines, consider our opportunity.

Position Summary

The Operations Specialist is a nationally certified pharmacy technician acting as a project resource. The Operations Specialist will act as a “Change Agent” in facilitating positive change within a new or existing hospital account by providing hands-on training with any changes or processes that need to be implemented with regards to all areas of hospital pharmacy including Operational, Regulatory, Compliance, Purchasing, and Economic cost saving initiatives. The Operations Specialist will fill the role of Interim Buyer or Interim Automation Manager as needed and will be an integral part of the training and development of pharmacy buyers and technician staff.

What You Will Do

Complete projects on time, within budget, and with a high level of quality:

• Utilize project management methodology per Project Management Professional (PMP) guidelines.
• Act as subject matter expert responsible for implementing project deliverables.
• Implement project deliverables for:
  • New account openings.
  • Inventory preparation.
  • Account exits.
  • Automated dispensing system projects:
    • New system installations.
    • Existing system upgrades.
    • Existing system reconfigurations/optimization.
    • Decommission existing systems.
  • Sterile products training:
    • Aseptic technique.
    • 797 compliance.
    • Training and recertification:
      • Large and small volume preparation.
      • TPN preparation.
      • Chemotherapy preparation.
  • Data set builds:
    • Bar coding.
    • Automated dispensing systems.
  • Custom projects as needed.

Facilitate rapid cycle process improvement events:

• Utilize Plan Do Study Act methodology.
• Function as a facilitator of rapid cycle improvement events.
• Prepare workflow maps, collect data, document procedures, and training materials.

Function as Interim Buyer:

• Place orders.
• Receive orders.
• Restock product.
• Submit invoices.

Function as Interim Automation Manager:

• Review diversion reports daily and address outliers.
• Review operational reports.
• Manage min/max levels; Adjust levels as needed.
• Review and reconcile daily discrepancy reports.

Contribute to the company:

• Participate in company initiatives to achieve corporate strategic objectives.

What You Will Need

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a pharmacy technician with an active National Pharmacy Technician Certification.
• Previous hands-on experience with some form of automated dispensing system (i.e. Pyxis, Omnicell, Accudose).
• Trained in general use of pharmacy computer systems; Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to travel via plane, automobile, or other means with occasional overnight (up to 100%) and occasional weekend travel.

Compensation & Benefits

As an employee of CompleteRx, your commitment to learning will be encouraged and supported through ongoing training and professional development. We nurture a collaborative, high-performance culture and offer a challenging career along with a comprehensive benefits package.

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Vacation and sick time
• Continuing education: Eligible employees have access to a full complement of continuing education courses as well as a wide variety of career development opportunities.
• 401(k) plans: CompleteRx offers a 401(k) plan with a company match.
• License Reimbursement
• Short and Long-Term Disability

Company Description:

Founded in 1998 as a service-driven organization with a strong sense of community, CompleteRx embarked on a strategy to become the employer of choice in hospital pharmacy management and consulting. Since our founding, we believe our success has been driven by our employees who are our most valuable resources. We believe the very best outcomes are accomplished when all employees share a sense of mutual ownership for successful results and where each employee accepts personal accountability for their individual contributions. These beliefs are the core of our Team Covenant which guides all of our actions to the patients we care for, hospitals we support, and fellow employees we work alongside.

CompleteRx is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice.