Certified Pharmacy Technician I - Outpatient, Per Diem

BMC Software; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 3,462,000 - 4,659,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Insurance options

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician I for the Outpatient Pharmacy. The role involves data entry, preparing prescriptions, and assisting the pharmacist to ensure accurate dispensing and patient care at the point of sale.

Per Diem schedule with opportunities for training and professional development. Must have MA Board registration and national certification (PTCB or exCPT) or within 6 months of start date.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the MA Board of Pharmacy by the hire date.
• Must also have national certification from PTCB or exCPT, or within 6 months from start date.
• Pharmacy students who have completed 2 years of education in an approved college/school of pharmacy are eligible for pharmacy internship, and may be waived for the required experience.
• 6 months - 1 year of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs data entry tasks such as prescription transcription and entry, resolves third party insurance issues, contacts providers with pharmacist oversight.
• Prepares prescription orders in a timely manner; retrieves, counts, measures and prepares medications, solutions, ointments, and other compounds as directed, checked by a pharmacist.
• Supports the service needs of the pharmacist to maximize patient care outcomes and ensure correct dispensing at point-of-sale.

Skills

Data entry

Customer service

Pharmacy knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MA Board of Pharmacy registration

PTCB

exCPT

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a BMC Outpatient Pharmacy Technician, you will be preparing and distributing medications, operating and monitoring pharmacy automated technology systems, maintaining inventory, performing daily quality assurance audits, providing customer service, and maintaining pharmacy records. You will assists in training staff under the supervision and guidance of the Pharmacy Managers and Pharmacy Technician Supervisor to help further BMC’s mission of providing exceptional care for all.

Position: Certified Pharmacy Technician I

Department: Retail Pharmacy, Yawkey Pharmacy

Schedule: Per Diem

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

As one of the top places to work in health care, we know that providing exceptional careforpatients begins withcaringforourstaff. That’s why you’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth.

There’s never been a better or more exciting time to join our BMC community and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Outpatient Pharmacy Department at Boston Medical Center provides high value, comprehensive pharmacy services to our patients and the health care system. Our pharmacy teams improve medication compliance and provide exceptional care without exception. We utilize integrated technology, innovative clinical initiatives, and have an exceptional workforce committed to supporting the BMC goal to make Boston the healthiest city in the world.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tasks

• Performs data entry tasks such as, prescription transcription and entry, resolve third party insurance claim issues, contacts providers as appropriate for the pharmacist while maintaining customer / patient confidentiality.

• Prepares prescription orders in a timely manner; retrieves, counts, measures and prepares medications, solutions, ointments, and other compounds as directed. Ensures all work is checked by a pharmacist.

• Supports the service needs of the pharmacist relative to pharmacy services and maximized patient care outcomes such as, ensuring the prescription is dispensed to the correct patient at the point-of-sale in a professional and courteous manner

Patient Care and Safety

• Communicates to pharmacists and/or pharmacy technician supervisor on malfunctioning equipment and unsafe working conditions

Administrative

• Attends and participates in hospital and other management training and development workshops.

• Must have/maintain national technician certification through PTCB or exCPT

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a high school diploma or GED

• Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the MA Board of Pharmacy by the hire date (Pharmacy Interns are not required to hold CPhT certification)

• Must also have national certification from Pharmacy Tech Certification Board (PTCB) or Exam of Certified Pharmacy Techs (exCPT), or within 6 months from start date

• Pharmacy students who have completed 2 years of education in an approved college/school of pharmacyare eligible for pharmacy internship, and may be waived for the required experience

• 6 months - 1 year of work experience preferred

JOB BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay

• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• 403(b) retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement and generous employee discounts

• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, professional development, and growth

Compensation Range:

$25.13- $33.82

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans