Certified Pharmacy Technician III - Inpatient, Full Time

bmc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

BMCHS is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician III in the Inpatient Pharmacy to deliver high quality patient care and to train Technicians I and II. The role requires Massachusetts registration and national CPT/exCPT certification, plus at least four years of related experience.

Responsibilities include pediatric IV and chemo IV compounding, and maintaining proficiency across inpatient pharmacy operations. A high school diploma is required, with an associate/bachelor degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; Associate/Bachelor degree preferred.
• Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the MA Board of Pharmacy.
• National certification (CPT) from PTCB or exCPT.
• Minimum of four years of related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, telephone communication skills, and pharmaceutical calculation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality patient-focused pharmacy services.
• Train and oversee Pharmacy Technicians I & II.
• Perform tasks in inpatient pharmacy operations and maintain competency across departments.
• Possess IV room competency for Pediatric IV and Chemo IV.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Telephone communications

Pharmaceutical calculation

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor 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 Details

• 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.

IV Room Competency

• 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans