Pharmacy Tech

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in the department, ensuring accurate medication distribution, inventory control, and compliance with regulatory standards. The role emphasizes collaboration with nurses, physicians, and interdepartmental staff to support safe pharmaceutical care.

Responsibilities include preparing IV admixtures, handling controlled substances, stocking Pyxis MedStations, and maintaining records and safety protocols in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• Current Pharmacy Technician, Technician Trainee or Pharmacy Intern License from MA Board of Registration in Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Stocks and maintains inventory in storeroom, on storage shelves, and in picking stations.
• Records refrigerator temperatures and logs daily.
• Maintains records for controlled substances and assists in preparation and delivery to Nursing Units.
• Prepares IV admixtures using proper aseptic technique per USP <797>.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician License

Tools

Pyxis MedStations

USP <797> IV prep

Pharmacy IS systems

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.

Beth Israel Lahey Health and New England Baptist Hospital are devoted to consistently promoting a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in our organization's WE CARE values which can be reviewed here Our Values.

Assists pharmacist in various sections of the department according to the assignment. Learns methods and procedures for unit dose drug distribution system, preparing sterile compounds using aseptic technique, packaging and labeling of drugs, handling of DEA controlled substances, billing, receiving stock and clerical record keeping duties. All members of the Pharmacy team are responsible for developing and promoting collaborative and collegial relationships within the department and with nurses, physicians and interdepartmental personnel as they relate to the pharmaceutical care of the patients.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):

• Stocks and maintains inventory in storeroom, on storage shelves, and in picking stations. Receives daily medication order, scans meds into Pharmacy IS systems, and stocks in appropriate areas. Accurately records refrigerator temperatures and logs daily
• Conducts monthly floor inspections. Keeps pharmacy areas clean, neat, organized, and well stocked. Properly handles and disposes of expired medications
• Maintains records for controlled substances and assist in the preparation and delivery of controlled substances to Nursing Units.
• Provides quality services in a safe, efficient, effective and timely manner meeting all applicable hospital, regulatory, licensure, and accrediting regulations.
• Arrives and leaves at designated times. Communicates delays or absences effectively with pharmacist in charge. Responds to constructive feedback and successfully incorporates it into daily performance. Completes hospital required tasks and competences in a timely manner. Adheres to ethical standard (ex: HIPAA) and follows appropriate guidelines for addressing ethical concerns
• Recognizes the names and indications of commonly prescribed medications. Fills orders by selecting correct medication and dosage forms. Accurately refills medications and conducts inventory of Pyxis MedStations. Accurately loads and unloads medications to/from Pyxis MedStations.
• Communicates effectively with pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals. Screens and refers incoming phone calls and department visitors to facilitate accurate and timely communication, and ensures department is presented in a positive manner. Promotes teamwork by giving direction and assistance to co-workers when necessary
• Demonstrates competency and understanding of IV preparation requirements. Prepares all IV admixtures using proper aseptic technique in accordance with USP Chapter <797>. Maintains an adequate supply of components used for IV admixtures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Current Pharmacy Technician, Technician Trainee or Pharmacy Intern License from MA Board of Registration in Pharmacy

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Associate's Degree preferred
• Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• 0-1 year of experience

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Consistently promote a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in the organization's WE CARE values.

Pay Range:

$23.36 - $31.44

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled