Certified Pharmacy Technician - Oncology / Infusion / OR - Waltham

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 65,368,000 - 85,360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Certification/licensure fee reimburse

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation in Waltham is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician II to support safe, timely pharmacy services under supervision. Responsibilities include unit-dose meds, outpatient prescriptions, and inventory control in a dynamic setting.

You'll work with pharmacy leadership, gain specialized experience, and contribute to departmental projects while adhering to state and federal regulations. Onsite position with opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• State Pharmacy Technician license required.
• PTCB certification required.
• 0-1 year pharmacy technician experience required.
• Knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, label, and distribute unit-dose medications and prescriptions.
• Deliver medications and supplies to patient care areas.
• Maintain medication storage and inventory control.
• Assist with onboarding and training of staff.
• Support quality and safety initiatives and reporting.

Skills

Reading instructions

HIPAA privacy

Safety compliance

Math calculations

Pharmacist judgment

Attention to detail

Controlled substances handling

Multi-tasking

Organization

Technology proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pharmacy Technician State License

Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)

Tools

Robotics

Automation systems

Pharmacy software

Pharmacy information systems

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 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 policies and regulatory requirements
• Proficient with math calculations associated with assigned responsibilities
• Ability to distinguish routine functions from those requiring a pharmacist's professional judgment
• Ability to work with sustained attention and care on routine, repetitive tasks
• Knowledge and ability to handle controlled substances in accordance with state regulations
• Multi task and prioritize tasks under time constraints.
• Organize and maintain efficient work areas
• Command of area-specific technology, including, but not limited to , robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 52 Second Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $22.84 - $29.79/Hourly Grade 4

EEO Statement: 1200

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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