Hospital Pharmacy Tech II — Sterile Prep & Care

Tufts Medicine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine in Boston, MA is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician under pharmacist supervision to perform pharmacy-related functions, including preparing and distributing medications, inventory control, audits, billing, and customer service.

The role requires a high school diploma, CPhT, MA registration, and at least one year of pharmacy experience; preferred associate degree and two years hospital experience. The department emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential required.
• Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician Registration required.
• One year of pharmacy-related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in non-complex sterile and non-sterile medication preparation activities.
• Operates advanced automated technology to assist in preparation and documentation of sterile products.
• Picks medications for automated dispensing cabinet replenishment.
• Completes inventory management activities and maintains records.
• Restocks medications into automated dispensing cabinets and maintains storage areas.
• Manages emergency medication inventory and ensures proper documentation.
• Maintains medication rooms and performs routine cleaning and organization.
• Performs unit-dose packaging and non-sterile compounding following procedures.
• Performs monthly cycle counts and quality control tasks.
• Provides customer service and assists with billing and insurance issues.
• Communicates with nursing, physicians, and ancillary services to support patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Telephone etiquette

Organized and systematic

Hazardous substance handling

Pharmacy calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician Registration

One year pharmacy-related experience

Job description

Tufts Medicine in Boston, MA is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician under pharmacist supervision to perform pharmacy-related functions, including preparing and distributing medications, inventory control, audits, billing, and customer service.

The role requires a high school diploma, CPhT, MA registration, and at least one year of pharmacy experience; preferred associate degree and two years hospital experience. The department emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to policy.