Pharmacy Automation Specialist (Omnicell), Full Time
PIH Health
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Posted: 02-Mar-23
Location: Los Angeles, California
Salary: Open
Categories:
Pharmacy
Internal Number: 18533
PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Hospital - Whittier, PIH Health Hospital - Downey and PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, 27 outpatient medical locations, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is recognized by Watson Health as one of the nation’s Top Hospitals, and College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. PIH Health is certified as a Great Place to Work TM. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
The Pharmacy Automation Specialist will work in conjunction with Pharmacy Management to maintain and support the Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs). Duties include: formulary maintenance, system upgrade/implementation, end-user training, auditing end-user transactions, end-user support (i.e. trouble-shooting, hardware maintenance, etc.), review documentation, and generate reports to meet compliance with accreditation organization, as well as, federal and state regulations. He/she shall assist in implementation of new/modified ADC equipment to meet departmental needs and generate department specific reports for Nursing Management. He/she shall conduct Quality Improvement projects, Performance Improvement projects; provide upgrade education/performance feedback in regards to end-users, and other initiatives as assigned by Pharmacy Management.
Possess the ability to effectively communicate through verbal/written communications to the medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff.
Must be able to handle multiple priorities in an effective manner identifying and understanding issues, problems, and potential for workflow improvement.
Possess the ability to manage time to meet project deadlines, follow detailed direction, basic computer skills, and ability to prioritize is required.
Required:
Graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician program recognized by the California State Board of Pharmacy
Possess a California Pharmacy Technician Licensure in good standing, National certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of hospital experience utilizing an automated dispensing cabinet solution
Preferred:
Critical thinking and advanced knowledge of Automated Dispensing Cabinets is preferred.
Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider – one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort – you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce. EOE M/F/D/V
PIH Health is the Communities’ Health and Wellness Partner
Our network of highly trained and compassionate physicians, nurses, clinicians, staff and volunteers work tirelessly and collaboratively every day to maintain and enhance the health and wellbeing of every member of our service areas. And when needed, we are here to coordinate care, manage chronic disease, and treat health conditions for the best possible outcomes.
We’re a nonprofit, regional healthcare network with three hospitals, numerous outpatient medical offices, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values—as we deliver top-quality healthcare.
We serve more than 3.7 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region.
Why PIH Health?
Our culture is built around our core values, which are the guiding principles for everything we do. For over 60 years, PIH Health has maintained a sense of community and a family-like cultur...e where patients are the top priority, and employees and volunteers are proud to be affiliated with such an outstanding organization.
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
Our Whittier campus delivers outstanding and compassionate care to patients, every day. Among other awards, PIH Health Hospital - Whittier has been named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® for the third consecutive year by Truven Health Analytics. PIH Health Hospital in Whittier, CA is located 30 minutes east of Los Angeles, close to the Los Angeles and Orange County border. There are many great communities in which to live that surround the hospital. This means easy access to work, great dining, shopping, entertainment and spectacular beaches. Whatever your passion, you’ll find the right place for it here.
PIH Health Hospital - Downey is a nonprofit hospital with a rich, nearly 100-year history of meeting the healthcare needs of its community. The Downey campus is part of the PIH Health comprehensive health network consisting of two hospitals, 18 medical office locations and a host of specialty services. According to US News & World Report, the hospital scores highly in patient safety and orthopedics. With 955 employees, the hospital is the 5th largest employer in the city of Downey.