Pharmacy Tech III

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a skilled Hospital Pharmacy Technician in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. This role involves assisting with the preparation, compounding, and dispensing of medications, following hospital standards.

Candidates must have relevant healthcare experience and certifications, along with exemplary computer and math skills. The position is every other weekend rotation and involves working closely with healthcare professionals under limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Six months of current or past inpatient hospital experience.
• Proficiency in Hospital Pharmacy Technician functions including IV room compounding.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and dispensing of medications to patients.
• Follow hospital policies and SOPs to ensure safe medication practices.

Skills

Independent thinking

Computer skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

PHARMTECH REG - Registered MA Pharmacy Tech

PHTECC - Cert Pharm Tech PTCB/NHA

Job description

This position is every other weekend rotation + assigned Holidays.

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

This role is responsible for following hospital approved policies and standard operation procedures (SOP's) of the department in assisting with the preparation/mixing/compounding/dispensing/control of medications and pharmaceuticals to the patients of the hospital, its clinics and employees. The role interacts with fellow Techs, Pharmacists, Nurses and other ancillary department employees is important in order to complete the job tasks.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience:
  • Six months of current or past inpatient hospital experiences.
• Education and Training:
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be proficient in all functions of Hospital Pharmacy Technician job including IV room compounding or Hazardous Drug & Chemotherapy compounding.
• License, Certification & Registration:
  • PHTECC - Cert Pharm Tech PTCB/NHA.
  • PHARMTECH REG - Registered MA Pharmacy Tech.
• Other Requirements:
  • Ability to work and think independently is required (with limited, but direct Pharmacist supervision).
  • A moderate level of computer skills is required as interaction with automation software and technology is significant in this position.
  • Must have strong math skills with ability to calculate fractions, ratios and decimals.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older, be of good moral character and never been convicted of a drug related felony.
  • Massachusetts Driver's License.