Pharmacy Technician Operations Specialist-SM
- Requisition ID
- 186555
- Department
- 400211 Pharmacy
- Schedule
- Full Time - Eligible for Benefits
- Shift
- Day
- Category
- Professionals
Position Purpose
The Pharmacy Operations Technician Specialist-SM supports pharmacy leadership in managing daily operations, optimizing workflows, and advancing departmental initiatives. The role oversees automation systems, purchasing, compliance, technician training, and billing reconciliation. This position promotes excellence in pharmaceutical care and ensures compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards, supporting Renown Health’s mission to save lives, nurture minds, and care for all people.
Nature and Scope
This position streamlines pharmacy technician workflows, leads automation and technology operations, manages purchasing and inventory, coordinates training and competency programs, and ensures compliance with USP 795, 797, and 800 standards. The incumbent assists with the planning, coordination, and implementation of operational initiatives that promote efficiency, medication safety, and quality patient care across pharmacy sites—upholding Renown Health’s core values of People First, Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.
Responsibilities include performing and supporting activities related to pharmacy automation, technology, purchasing, inventory management, and compounding operations. The incumbent appropriately participates in compounding processes, adhering to all USP standards and departmental procedures to ensure product quality and patient safety. Duties also include assisting with audits and competency programs, maintaining accurate documentation for quality assurance and regulatory audits, and ensuring that compounding environments and equipment are properly maintained and compliant with established standards.
The incumbent is expected to maintain a thorough understanding of pharmacy systems, inventory control processes, and technology tools used to monitor and improve operational workflows. The incumbent assists in data gathering, process evaluation, and the development of solutions that enhance efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness within the department.
Attendance at staff meetings, ongoing training, and participation in quality improvement initiatives are expected.
This position does not provide patient care
Disclaimer
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Name | Description |
|---|---|
Education: | Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds. |
Experience: | Minimum of 3 years of hospital pharmacy technician experience required. Experience in a lead, trainer, or advanced role preferred. |
License(s): | Licensed by the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy at time of hire. |
Certification(s): | National certification Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required within 12 months of hire. Specialized training or completion of an accredited pharmacy certification program is encouraged/preferred. |
Computer / Typing: | Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computer skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with Epic, Omnicell, and pharmacy automation platforms preferred. Typing: 30 wpm |
Benefits
Renown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.
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Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Environment
Renown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
For Providers: Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows.