Pharmacy Tech I

Boston Childrens Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts is seeking a pharmacy technician to stock, fill, and distribute patient medication orders. Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, you will perform sterile compounding and assist with inventory control and automated dispensing cabinet maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, current pharmacy technician registration, and certifications. Strong communication, teamwork skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED is required.
• Must be registered as a pharmacy technician by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy.
• Current national certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Stocks, fills, and distributes patient medication orders.
• Performs sterile compounding under pharmacist supervision.
• Engages in inventory control and automated dispensing cabinet maintenance.

Skills

Strong teamwork skills

Strong communication skills

Basic pharmaceutical calculations

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Current registration as a pharmacy technician

Current national certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Job description

Job Posting Description

Stocks, fills, and distributes patient medication orders under the supervision by a registered pharmacist following established policies and procedures. Performs sterile compounding. Embodies the Hospital's core values in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues. The responsibilities below describe the essential duties of the person or persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Medication preparation & delivery
• Enteral cart fill
• Automated dispensing cabinet stocking, delivery, and maintenance
• Inventory control
• Code tray production
• Training

Minimum Requirements

Education, License and Certifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Current registration as a pharmacy technician by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy
• Current national certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Experience

• Strong teamwork skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to learn effective techniques and processes resulting in few errors or defects
• Basic knowledge of basic computer skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow direction

Must possess the following pharmaceutical knowledge/skills:

• Basic pharmaceutical calculations
• Basic knowledge of medical & pharmaceutical terminology
• Drug Classification
• FDA/Legal Compliance
• Quality control