Lead Pharmacy Technician

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 37,043 - 49,855; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is looking for a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their team in Weymouth, Massachusetts. This full-time position involves supervising pharmacy technicians, managing medication dispensing, and ensuring quality pharmacy services, all while maintaining compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will possess 4-5 years of experience in acute care pharmacy, holding a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification. Shifts will be from Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 11 PM, with competitive compensation ranging from $26.89 to $36.19 per hour.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of acute care pharmacy experience required.
• Certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is necessary.
• Experience with IV admixture and medication compounding is a must.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train Pharmacy Technicians.
• Coordinate medication dispensing processes.
• Develop and implement training programs for new staff.
• Maintain accurate inventory and workflow management.
• Ensure safety and compliance with pharmacy practices.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

IV admixture skills

Sterile Hazardous medication compounding

Non-Sterile Hazardous Drug Compounding

Technical training skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Secondary education preferred

Job description

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.

Requisition Number: R-22630

Facility: LOC0008 - Pharmacy55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190

Department Name: SSH Pharmacy

Status: Full time

Budgeted Hours: 40

Shift: Evening (United States of America)

Overview

Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Supervisor and Pharmacy Operations Manager, performs a wide variety of technical, supervisory and training functions. Supports the distributive processes of the provision of pharmacy services and helps coordinate Pharmacy Workflow. Responsible for technician training program and participates in Pharmacy quality improvement programs to enhance workflow and efficiency.

Compensation Pay Range: $26.89 - $36.19

Essential Functions

1. Performs all duties and responsibilities for Central Pharmacy Medication Dispensing which includes Carousel functionality, inventory adjustments, expiration date tracking and demand picks of floor stock medication. Coordinates workflow with Pharmacy Technician colleagues and responds to changes in demand, acuity and special circumstances to assure quality pharmacy service. Helps coordinate timely delivery of medication to patient care areas in urgent situations.
2. Confronts and resolves problems occurring in the department including issues related to the distribution, dispensing and procurement of medication and pharmacy supplies. Reports issues to Pharmacy Technician supervisor or Pharmacy Manager when needed.
3. Recommends appropriate changes to enhance Pharmacy workflow, increase efficiency and decrease expense. Contributes to and supports fiscal management of department resources. Participates in Pharmacy projects when needed to help solve Pharmacy problems or issues.
4. Maintains good relationship with all pharmacy staff members to facilitate the communication of new policies and procedures. Motivates, directs, coaches, organizes and coordinates technical staff on assigned shift. Provides opportunity for staff input and feedback at huddles. Communicates any issue to the pharmacy technician supervisor or the management team.
5. Helps develop and train new employees. Helps implement and monitor training programs to ensure all new technicians provide the highest quality of care to South Shore Hospital patients. Documents training and competency of all employees for supervisors review.
6. Helps evaluate work performance of employees and makes recommendations for hiring, promotion, demotions, training, and other disciplinary actions and suspensions. Participates in annual performance and evaluation process of staff.
7. Participates in pharmacy programs and policy development. Makes recommendations for improvements and changes to pharmacy policy and procedures.
8. Helps maintain an orderly, clean and safe work environment. Minimizes work related risks and reports Safety Issues to Manager of Med Safety Officer.
9. Performs all duties and responsibilities as described in the pharmacy technician job description.
10. Performs anything else deemed necessary by their supervisor or Pharmacist on duty (other duties required).

Technology and Learning

• Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
• Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

Physical Requirements

Indicate the appropriate physical requirements of this job in the course of a shift.

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education - Preferred

High school diploma preferred. Secondary education preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

4 to 5 years acute care (hospital) pharmacy experience that includes IV admixture, Sterile Hazardous medication compounding and Non-Sterile Hazardous Drug Compounding.

Required Licenses / Registrations

RPT - Registered Pharmacy Technician

Required Certifications

CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician

Monday-Friday 2:30pm to 11pm

Responsibilities if Required:

Education if Required:

License/Registration/Certification Requirements: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), Pharmacy Technician - Board of Registration in Pharmacy (Massachusetts)