Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Partner's Healthcare; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support inpatient medication preparation and dispensing. The role includes sterile compounding, loading IV room supplies, and assisting at the service window in a hospital setting.

Required: High School Diploma and Pharmacy Technician credentials (CPhT) with state licensure; hospital experience preferred and Epic EHR familiarity is a plus. Onsite role with a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• Read, interpret, and follow instructions for sterile/non-sterile preparation.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations for dosages.
• Familiar with state/federal regulations for medications.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in inpatient order fulfillment and documentation.
• Compound sterile and non-sterile medications per USP guidelines.
• Restock IV room supplies and automated dispensing cabinets.
• Answer calls and assist customers at the service window.
• Attend required education to maintain licensure and competencies.

Skills

Math calculations

Regulatory compliance

Tech proficiency

Reading instructions

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or coursework

Tools

Epic

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.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

Essential Functions

• Assist pharmacists in filling inpatient orders, documenting activities, monitoring stock for outdated medications, and disposing of medications.
• Compound medications according to USP regulations.
• Perform sterile compounding in compliance with USP regulations.
• Perform sterile compounding of hazardous medications according to USP regulations.
• Assist with sterile compounding competencies.
• Complete all Simplifi activities and inspections.
• Prepare, deliver, and collect all pharmacy items throughout the facility.
• Restock IV room supplies.
• Restock automated dispensing cabinets.
• Perform floor checks, stock checks, and assigned unit reviews.
• Prepackage medications.
• Answer the telephone and assist callers with inquiries that do not require the professional judgment of a Pharmacist.
• Assist customers at the service window.
• Complete mandatory education and training to maintain competencies, requirements, certification, and/or licensure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or completion of college coursework.
• Compound Sterile Preparation (CPhT-CSP) certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Experience in a hospital inpatient pharmacy.
• Experience in a USP -compliant sterile products compounding room.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record or similar programs.
• Understanding of medical terminology and calculations.

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 Previous hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program desired 1-2 years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Perform intermediate mathematical calculations associated with preparing non-sterile, extemporaneously manufactured pharmaceutical products and other medication doses.
• Follow all applicable state and federal controlled substance regulations.
• Continuously improve skills necessary of area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information system.
• Read, interpret, and follow complex verbal and written instructions to prepare medications in a sterile environment in an accurate manner.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type Onsite
• Work Location 81 Highland Avenue
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
• Employee Type Regular
• Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range $21.75 - $25.28/HourlyGrade 3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement: 3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. 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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