Performs highly complex (senior-level) pharmaceutical tasks and inventory control work by assisting in drug repackaging, drug labeling, and quality control and quality assurance functions under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist and in coordination with Pharmacy Unit personnel. Work includes performing pharmaceutical and medical supplies stock-keeping, order processing, repackaging, relabeling, picking and packing; compiling and tabulating data, checking documents for accuracy; correspondence with Pharmacy Unit customers; and preparing medications or supplies for credit or destruction. Ensures compliance with established current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs) for pharmaceuticals; maintains required records and labeling; produces word-processing and spreadsheet documents; processes and packages drugs, medical supplies, vaccines and diagnostic equipment for shipments to public health clinics and Class D pharmacies. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Coordinates daily work with Central Pharmacy Unit Pharmacists and team members using effective teaming, communication, and collaboration skills. Works under the direction of the Pharmacists, Pharmacy Unit Manager, and Team Lead.

Essential Job Functions:
EJF 1. Assists Pharmacists in operating drug repackaging equipment to repack and relabel bulk drugs into unit of use containers for shipment to Class D pharmacies and public health clinics. Operates automated drug repackaging machines to repackage TB medications into unit of use packets for Directly Observed Therapy (DOT) doses and STD medications into unit of use packets. Operates drug labeling equipment to label TB, STD, Hansen’s Disease and other medications accurately and in a timely manner. Performs picking and packing functions to complete medication orders for shipment. Utilizes Branch’s electronic inventory management system and bar code scanning equipment to accomplish order processing and inventory control functions. Performs drug repackaging and relabeling functions in compliance with Pharmacy Unit policies and procedures, and state & federal laws and regulations, including cGMPs. Creates specific medication labels for Health Service Regions (HSRs) and local health departments (LHD) and labels medications for distribution. Completes and maintains quality control records and production records, including sample labels, for all required drug repackaging and relabeling functions and production batches. (40%)

EJF 2. Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of drug repackaging and relabeling equipment & repackaging room facilities according to Pharmacy Unit policies and procedures and /or equipment manufacturer’s recommendations. Completes and maintains maintenance and cleaning records according to Unit policies and procedures. Assists Pharmacists in receiving, inventory and reconciling drug returns including preparing and reviewing return documentation, determining creditable products, and preparing information for inventory control personnel. (25%)

EJF 3. As a member of the Pharmacy Unit’s quality control unit, conducts reviews and evaluations on drug repackaging equipment, machines, and pharmaceutical supplies used in drug repackaging and relabeling and makes recommendations for business process improvements under the direction of Pharmacists and Team Lead. Develops and reviews drug repackaging and relabeling policies, procedures & controls, work instructions, processes and guidance documents and may recommend improvements. Assists in training Pharmacy Unit employees on drug repackaging and relabeling duties, processes, and recordkeeping. Maintains drug labeling data using labeling software and provides recommendations for software upgrades based on program labeling specifications. Prepares correspondence and work documents using MS Office (Outlook, Word & Excel) software. (10%)

EJF 4. Provides assistance to Central Pharmacy Unit customers; corresponds with public health clinics and pharmacies in regards to order details, processing, shipping and receiving of vaccines, medications and medical supplies; inventory of drugs and accuracy of reported information. Assists Pharmacists and inventory control personnel in conducting weekly product inventories. (10%)

EJF 5. Performs duties in receiving & stocking medications and medical supplies. Uses Unit’s electronic inventory management system and bar code scanning equipment to complete receiving and stocking functions. Checks quantities received against invoices for discrepancies. Completes required receiving documentation & communicates findings to the warehouse Team Lead or inventory control personnel as appropriate according to Unit policies and procedures. Performs duties for routine physical inventory counts of pharmaceuticals & medical supplies coordinating with Central Pharmacy Unit Pharmacists, Team Leads and /or inventory control personnel. Completes and provides physical inventory records to inventory control personnel for verification. Performs backup shipping functions for fulfilled orders. Processes orders for shipment. (10%)

EJF 6. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and /or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and /or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and /or location. (5%)

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of medical and pharmaceutical terminology.
Knowledge of pharmaceutical calculations applicable to pharmacy practice.
Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing pharmacy operations.
Knowledge of agency policies, rules, and regulations.
Knowledge of computer literacy.
Knowledge of business English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures.
Knowledge of personnel policies involving employee leave.
Knowledge of mathematics.
Knowledge of labeling equipment.
Knowledge of word processing (Microsoft Word).

Skill in operating labeling equipment.
Skill in telephone and email etiquette.
Skills in the operation of pharmaceutical equipment.
Skill in mathematics and pharmaceutical calculations.
Skill in using Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Skill in typing.
Skill in proofreading, editing, filing.

Ability to prepare prescription orders.
Ability to inventory pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.
Ability to learn the computer inventory management system.
Ability to adapt to different job situations.
Ability to learn new techniques (adapt to change).
Ability to establish effective working relationships with others and exercise considerable judgment in making decisions.
Ability to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and schedule workload in area of responsibility.
Ability to coordinate, manage and prioritize a large and diverse number of activities with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to evaluate administrative procedures and suggest and implement improvements.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with supervisory personnel, co-workers and the public.
Ability to comprehend and implement written and oral instructions.
Ability to analyze and solve work problems independently and/or work with other to improve operations.
Ability to work independently, in a team environment, and on schedule.
Ability to use load levers and handling equipment to include forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Must have an Active TSBP Pharmacy Technician Registration.

Must have a forklift license or able to obtain one within six months of hire.

Initial Selection Criteria:
Must have an Active TSBP Pharmacy Technician Registration.

Must have a forklift license or able to obtain one within six months of hire.

Additional Information:
PLEASE NOTE: The posted salary range is the full range for this position. Agency salary policy, budget, and candidate's qualifications will dictate final salary offer. Typically, salary offers are at or near t midpoint of the range, depending on qualifications or other factors.

MOS Code:
There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the responsibilities, registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position.

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