Certified Pharmacy Technician III - Inpatient, Full Time

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician III to deliver high quality patient-focused pharmacy services in the inpatient pharmacy setting. The role includes training and oversight of Technicians I & II and working full-time with rotating shifts to support inpatient operations.

Requirements include MA Pharmacy Technician registration, national CPTB or exCPT certification, and at least four years of related experience. Strong interpersonal and math skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the MA Board of Pharmacy.
• Must have national certification (CPTB) from PTCB or exCPT.
• Requires minimum of four years of related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and telephone communication skills; pharmaceutical calculation skills.
• Maintain competency across outpatient pharmacy operations and be proficient in IV room/inpatient requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality patient-focused pharmacy services.
• Provide training and oversight for Pharmacy Technicians I & II.
• Perform duties in outpatient and inpatient pharmacy settings as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Technician III is responsible for providing high quality patient focused pharmacy services. Will also provide training and oversight for pharmacy Technicians I & II. Position: Certified Pharmacy Technician III Department: Inpatient Pharmacy Schedule: Full Time, Rotating Shifts.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• EDUCATION: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES, & REGISTRATIONS: Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the MA Board of Pharmacy. Must also have national certification (CPT) from Pharmacy Tech Certification Board (PTCB) or Exam of Certified Pharmacy Techs (exCPT).
• EXPERIENCE: Requires minimum of four years of related experience.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Requires excellent interpersonal skills, telephone communications skills and pharmaceutical calculation skills. Must be able perform at a high level in all aspects of outpatient pharmacy operations and must maintain competency in all areas of outpatient pharmacy.
• Requirements for Inpatient: Must be able to compound Pediatric IV, Chemo IV and must maintain competency in all areas of inpatient pharmacy. Technicians will be required to complete the following prior to working in the IV room: IV Room Competency exam (minimum passing score of 90%) USP 797 Competency exam (minimum passing score of 85%) Hazardous Drug Competency exam (minimum 90%) Pediatric Competency exam (90%).

COMPENSATION

Compensation Range: $26.92- $37.74. 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, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

EMPLOYER MISSION & CULTURE

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.

EEO / DEI STATEMENTS

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

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BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.