Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacy Technician

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy department at 32 Fruit Street, Boston. Under pharmacist supervision, you will perform routine duties, prepare and distribute medications, and assist with inventory and training.

The role requires a High School Diploma and state licensure (PTCB preferred). Experience in hospital pharmacy is preferred; on-site, 40 hours per week with rotating shifts. Pay range is $21.75 - $26.58 hourly.

Qualifications

• State Pharmacy Technician license required
• CPhT certification preferred
• 2–3 years hospital pharmacy technician experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and delivery of pharmaceutical supplies and medications in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas.
• Utilize robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems.
• Perform cycle counts as necessary.
• Under supervision of a Pharmacist, perform dosage calculations for extemporaneous dosage forms as applicable.
• May prepare sterile products and handle controlled substances under proper control.
• Receive and sort shipments of medications and supplies.
• Recommends drug-related labs and interprets results when appropriate.
• Deliver and stock pharmacy inventory.
• Assist training of junior staff.
• Provide information and triage phone calls within the pharmacy department.

Skills

Pharmacology knowledge

Drug handling

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Automated dispensing systems

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Under the direction of pharmacy leadership, follows established policies and procedures to perform a variety of routine support tasks that are integral to the operation of the pharmacy department.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Assists in the preparation and delivery of pharmaceutical supplies and medications in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Delivers and distributes medications to patient care areas.
• Utilizes area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems.
• Performs cycle counts as necessary.
• Under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist, performs required pharmaceutical dosage calculations necessary to prepare extemporaneous dosage forms, as applicable.
• May prepare compounded sterile products using principles of aseptic technique, distribute and transport controlled substances under the appropriate state of control, or maintain code cart inventory.
• Receives and sorts shipments of medications and supplies.
• Recommends drug-related labs and interprets results when appropriate.
• Delivers and stocks pharmacy inventory.
• Maintains inventory in all pharmacy areas and automated dispensing cabinets (ADC), including charge stock orders, ADC shrinkage, and patient and clinic requisitions.
• Responsible for assisting in the training of more junior staff.
• Provides information and triages phone calls to the appropriate individual within the pharmacy department.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Pharmacy Technician [State License] required

Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred

Experience

hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Shows knowledge of the pharmacology of drugs and legal aspects of dispensing.
• Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

32 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$21.75 - $26.58/Hourly

Grade

3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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