Infusion Pharmacy Technician

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 60,195 - 70,543; Full time

Job summary

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Methuen is hiring a Pharmacy Technician II to provide technical support under a pharmacist's supervision. You'll practice in accordance with regulations, manage medication orders, and help maintain pharmacy inventory.

Successful candidates will demonstrate expertise in pharmaceutical calculations, technology systems, and compounding. A high school diploma, pharmacy technician experience, and certifications are required for this role.

We promote a collaborative environment and urge dedicated professionals to apply.

Qualifications

• 2 years of pharmacy technician experience including 1 year of compounding.
• Registration requirements for New Hampshire board if applicable.
• Participate in department meetings to enhance efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Practice pharmacy technician duties following regulations and standards.
• Fill medication orders ensuring timely delivery.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory and perform quality control.
• Assist in sterile and non-sterile compounding as per protocols.

Skills

Pharmaceutical calculations

Utilize pharmacy technology systems

Aseptic technique

Sterile compounding

Non‑sterile compounding

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or entry-level pharmacy degree

Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy Registration

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)

Job description

The Pharmacy Department at the Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute emphasizes reliability, professionalism, cooperation, teamwork, communication, positivity, and inclusiveness. The Pharmacy Technician II, Infusion provides technical support to pharmacy operations under a licensed pharmacist’s supervision and staffs locations as required.

Locations

• Methuen, MA
• Londonderry, NH
• Milford, MA

Responsibilities

• Practice as a pharmacy technician in accordance with all federal, state, DFCI, and Joint Commission policies, regulations and standards.
• Fill medication orders and advance preparations, ensuring timely delivery of medication orders and supplies.
• Utilize multiple systems such as EHR, Inventory Management Systems, and other necessary software to complete and document duties, identifying issues and reporting as needed.
• Maintain the pharmacy inventory: sorting, stocking, rotating stock, and checking expiration dates.
• Perform and document quality control steps required for safety and regulatory compliance.
• Clean sterile and non‑sterile areas of the pharmacy as assigned.
• Train other employees as assigned.
• Communicate and escalate issues or problems.
• Cross‑cover other locations or areas (e.g., materials management, outpatient, infusion).
• Perform sterile and non‑sterile compounding of predominantly hazardous drugs in compliance with USP, DFCI policies and procedures, and applicable research protocols.
• Ensure compliance with medication requirements within research protocols.
• Maintain and support Automated Dispensing Cabinets, including retrieving federally controlled substances from the return drawer once certified.
• Stock emergency medication as appropriate by site.
• Set up and log pharmacy batch compound products.
• Provide ADS downtime support to Chestnut Hill, Satellite, and Pediatric sites.
• Perform essential pharmacy inventory functions (e.g., ordering and receiving) as applicable to Chestnut Hill, Satellite, and Pediatric sites.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Accurately perform pharmaceutical calculations.
• Utilize pharmacy technology systems.
• Develop proficiency in aseptic technique and sterile compounding.
• Develop proficiency and mastery of non‑sterile compounding.
• Troubleshoot issues independently and assist in resolution or escalation.
• Treat all others with utmost professionalism and respect.
• Work effectively within a collaborative, team‑focused environment.
• Participate in department meetings and functions to promote efficiency.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Minimum Job Qualifications

The position requires a high school diploma or current enrollment in an accredited entry‑level pharmacy or related degree program, 2 years of pharmacy technician experience (including at least 1 year of compounding), Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy Registration, and National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB) within 1 year of hire. New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy Registration is required for roles at Londonderry or Merrimack Valley satellite locations.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Patient Contact: None

At Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute, we are committed to creating an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment for patients, families, and staff. We encourage dedicated and compassionate professionals to apply.

Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Pay Transparency Statement: The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications. For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Salary range: $60,195.20 – $70,543.20