Pharmacy Technician Program Director
Concorde Career Colleges, Orlando, FL, United States
The Program Director must assure achievement of the program’s goals and outcomes, and is responsible for all aspects of the program, including the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development and general effectiveness of the program. The Program Director must provide supervision, administration and coordination of the instructional staff in the academic and clinical phases of the educational program. The Program Director will be responsible for meeting all applicable accreditation commission standards and agency regulations as well as maintaining compliance with Concorde policies and procedures. All Concorde associates are required to display professionalism and uphold Concorde’s Mission and the core values of respect for the individual, integrity, teamwork, customer service, and achievement.
Benefits You’ll Love In addition to joining an organization with an outstanding mission, Concorde is happy to provide the following benefits:
Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)
Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment
Responsibilities
Responsible for recruiting, orienting and supervising faculty members for the department
During an instructor’s first year of employment, conduct an observation/evaluation two (2) times during the first month, once during months two and three and at six months of employment
Conduct an observation/evaluation at three- or six-month intervals (at least twice a year) for each faculty member and confer as necessary
Ensure that student evaluations of faculty are completed at the end of each term and summaries submitted to each faculty member
Ensure professional development plans are created and completed by all program personnel
Assure correct scheduling and registration of returning students each period
Assist with student orientations
Participate in the budgeting process and responsible for ensuring budgetary allocations support the needs of the program
Review the student record for satisfactory progress at the end of each grading term of each prospective graduate to determine eligibility for graduation
Assist with ongoing review and development of curricula in the department in accordance with Concorde policy
Revise and update master syllabus for each course in the department on a continuing basis per Concorde policy
Ensure that a syllabus, in proper format, is prepared and used for each course offered by the applicable department in accordance with Concorde policy.
Assist with textbook evaluations for each course taught in the department and make suggestions per Concorde policy for changes
Complete and submit assigned reports
Assist the Academic Dean with catalog review
Assure department is in compliance with school catalog
Conduct and document regular department meetings
Participate in school and/or Academic Affairs meetings as required
Teach courses as needed based on program enrollment and availability
Organize and conduct a minimum of two advisory committee meetings annually
Participate in self-studies for various accrediting agencies
Assist in maintaining department equipment in proper working order
Coordinate with the Graduate Services Director all information pertaining to the externship placement of students, job openings, potential candidates, and any placement updates.
Participate as directed by the Academic Dean in the supervision of externs, clinical sites, etc.
Advise students regarding academic progress in the department from enrollment to graduation
Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics
Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Associate degree preferred.
Minimum of three years of practical work experience in the field.
Must have state specific licensure as a Registered Pharmacy Technician as required by law.
Must have a CPhT certification for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) if required by state law, if not required then the credential is preferred.
Must have hospital experience with IV and compounding experience.
Skills
The Program Director must have management and communication skills, and the knowledge and ability to judge instructors’ competence. The position requires a strong attention to details and a positive professional attitude.
Standard Abilities
Able and willing to:
Communicate, think, learn, and reason
Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders
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Benefits You’ll Love In addition to joining an organization with an outstanding mission, Concorde is happy to provide the following benefits:
Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)
Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment
Responsibilities
Responsible for recruiting, orienting and supervising faculty members for the department
During an instructor’s first year of employment, conduct an observation/evaluation two (2) times during the first month, once during months two and three and at six months of employment
Conduct an observation/evaluation at three- or six-month intervals (at least twice a year) for each faculty member and confer as necessary
Ensure that student evaluations of faculty are completed at the end of each term and summaries submitted to each faculty member
Ensure professional development plans are created and completed by all program personnel
Assure correct scheduling and registration of returning students each period
Assist with student orientations
Participate in the budgeting process and responsible for ensuring budgetary allocations support the needs of the program
Review the student record for satisfactory progress at the end of each grading term of each prospective graduate to determine eligibility for graduation
Assist with ongoing review and development of curricula in the department in accordance with Concorde policy
Revise and update master syllabus for each course in the department on a continuing basis per Concorde policy
Ensure that a syllabus, in proper format, is prepared and used for each course offered by the applicable department in accordance with Concorde policy.
Assist with textbook evaluations for each course taught in the department and make suggestions per Concorde policy for changes
Complete and submit assigned reports
Assist the Academic Dean with catalog review
Assure department is in compliance with school catalog
Conduct and document regular department meetings
Participate in school and/or Academic Affairs meetings as required
Teach courses as needed based on program enrollment and availability
Organize and conduct a minimum of two advisory committee meetings annually
Participate in self-studies for various accrediting agencies
Assist in maintaining department equipment in proper working order
Coordinate with the Graduate Services Director all information pertaining to the externship placement of students, job openings, potential candidates, and any placement updates.
Participate as directed by the Academic Dean in the supervision of externs, clinical sites, etc.
Advise students regarding academic progress in the department from enrollment to graduation
Establish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metrics
Recognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievements
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Associate degree preferred.
Minimum of three years of practical work experience in the field.
Must have state specific licensure as a Registered Pharmacy Technician as required by law.
Must have a CPhT certification for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) if required by state law, if not required then the credential is preferred.
Must have hospital experience with IV and compounding experience.
Skills
The Program Director must have management and communication skills, and the knowledge and ability to judge instructors’ competence. The position requires a strong attention to details and a positive professional attitude.
Standard Abilities
Able and willing to:
Communicate, think, learn, and reason
Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility
Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position
Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders
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