Certified Pharmacy Technician - Oncology / Infusion / OR - Waltham

massgeneralbrigham; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Certification/licensure fee reimbursem

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Waltham is seeking a motivated, Certified Pharmacy Technician II to support safe, timely pharmacy services under a pharmacist leadership team. Responsibilities include preparing, packaging, labeling, and distributing medications, and assisting with inventory control in a dynamic setting across infusion and OR pharmacies.

The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and teamwork. Candidates should have a state license and PTCB certification, with 0–1 year of experience.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy technician with 0–1 year of experience required.
• State license and PTCB certification are mandatory.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, label, and distribute unit-dose medications and outpatient prescriptions.
• Deliver medications and supplies to patient care areas.
• Maintain medication inventory and storage integrity through rotation and audits.
• Support pharmacy operations under staff pharmacist supervision.
• Assist with onboarding and training of junior technicians.

Skills

Reading & following instructions

HIPAA privacy compliance

Safety handling of medications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pharmacy Technician License (State)

Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)

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

We are looking for motivated, team‑oriented technicians to join our growing practice in Waltham. As a member of our team, the experience you gain from working in multiple areas will accelerate your ability to advance your career through our new technician advancement program. Our most valued assets are our people, and we are looking for driven individuals who are eager to grow along with our burgeoning practice. This position offers new, exciting opportunities where no two days are ever the same! We offer free parking, reimbursement of certification and licensure fees, and a collegial environment of versatile, hardworking team members. The position will cover both our infusion and OR pharmacies and offers a rotating schedule, with no nights or weekends. Join our team and have the opportunity to enhance patient care in your community.

Summary

Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, the Certified Pharmacy Technician II supports safe, timely pharmacy services by performing technical and operational duties in accordance with established policies and applicable state and federal regulations. Responsibilities include preparing, packaging, labeling, and distributing unit‑dose medications, outpatient prescriptions, and stock orders; delivering medications and supplies to patient care areas; and maintaining medication integrity through proper storage, rotation, and inventory control. The technician uses pharmacy information systems and departmental tools to document work, support workflow tracking and reporting as assigned, and may be scheduled in central pharmacy and/or specialized pharmacy areas based on operational needs. The role also includes organizing inventory, auditing medication storage areas, conducting safety and quality checks, escalating discrepancies, handling controlled substances in accordance with policy, assisting with onboarding and technical training, and participating in departmental projects and quality and safety initiatives as assigned.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, follow established policies and procedures to perform a variety of routine support tasks that are integral to the operation of the pharmacy department

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

Responsible for supporting the operations of the pharmacy and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products

Utilizes area‑specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems

Responsible for supporting the operations of the pharmacy and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products

Audit medication storage areas utilizing data collection tools (if applicable)

Handle and prepare all controlled substances in accordance with state and federal regulations

Responsible for assisting with the training of junior pharmacy technician and trainee team members

Understand the complex medication needs of patients and coordinate with pharmacy and medical/nursing staff to meet those needs while providing extraordinary service (if applicable)

Assist with the organization of the pharmacy's inventory and operational flow

Assist with preparing daily work reports, conduct safety and quality assurance audits and participate in inventory management and control (if applicable)

Performs other duties as assigned

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) required

Experience

Pharmacy technician 0-1 year required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow verbal and written instructions, including department policies and procedures
• Understand HIPAA privacy rules and will use discretion handling patient related information
• Ability to adhere to safety requirements for handling non‑hazardous and hazardous medications in accordance with organizational poli