Certified Pharmacy Technician Clinical Trials

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their dynamic pharmacy team. This role involves preparing sterile and non-sterile products, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You'll work closely with pharmacists and contribute to staff training, all while maintaining a commitment to quality and safety. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Prepares sterile and non-sterile products following USP guidelines.
• Assists in training pharmacy staff and performs inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Follows established policies for pharmacy operations and compounding.
• Monitors temperatures and maintains training competencies.

Skills

Sterile Compounding

Inventory Management

Environmental Monitoring

Pharmaceutical Calculations

Communication

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Tools

CTP Computerized Drug Management System

Job description

Working in concert with the pharmacy team, under the general direction of the Pharmacy Manager and Assistant Director of CTP, the Pharmacy Technician follows established policies and procedures to perform activities integral to the operation of the pharmacy department at Mass General Hospital. Activities include and are not restricted to sterile and non-sterile compounding, environmental monitoring and maintenance, dispensing, training and inventory management.

Prepares sterile and non-sterile products in adherence to USP and hospital policies and procedures. * Under the supervision of the Pharmacist, performs calculations required for the preparation of sterile and non-sterile products. * Demonstrates working knowledge of preparation of common dose forms including intravenous (IV) infusions, syringes, capsules etc. * Assists in training of pharmacy staff, in conjunction with the area supervisor or designee. * Follows USP guidelines for IV room cleaning, maintenance and monitoring. * Maintains all required training competencies. * Processes outpatient and inpatient investigational prescriptions utilizing the CTP computerized drug management system. * Performs inventory management including drug ordering, receipt, expiration date checks, accountability, drug returns, destruction etc. * Corresponds with study team members and sponsors as needed. * Aids the Pharmacist in monitor visit scheduling, on-site, set-up, triage, and resolution of findings. * Performs daily monitoring of CTP fridge, freezer, and room temperatures. * Participates in study closure and document archival.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.