Pharmacy Technician

Medix Staffing Solutions, Inc.; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Medix Staffing Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician for Western Massachusetts Hospital in Westfield. The contract–temporary position focuses on daily hospital operations, Omnicell cabinet restocking, medication prep, and accurate inventory control.

The ideal candidate holds a PTCB certification, MA tech registration, at least one year of hospital pharmacy experience, and comfort working with pharmacists and nursing staff on a weekday schedule.

Qualifications

• Active PTCB National Certification is required.
• Massachusetts State Pharmacy Technician Registration/Certification is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of pharmacy technician experience.
• Experience with Omnicell or automated dispensing cabinets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Refill and restock Omnicell cabinets throughout the hospital.
• Receive, sort, and organize medication deliveries from the central distribution center.
• Scan medication barcodes and load medications into Omnicell machines.
• Perform automated dispensing cabinet refills, inventory management, and waste handling.
• Conduct monthly medication inspections and identify expired or improperly stored medications.
• Assist with medication preparation, packaging, inventory control, and distribution.
• Process returned medications for credit or destruction.
• Enter and maintain accurate patient and medication order information in pharmacy systems.
• Communicate with the central pharmacy, pharmacists, and nursing staff to ensure timely distribution.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy work areas.
• Follow all applicable pharmacy regulations and medication safety practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Education

PTCB National Certification

Massachusetts State Pharmacy Technician Registration/Certification

Tools

Omnicell

Job description

Pharmacy Technician (200411) Westfield, Massachusetts

Salary: USD25 - USD27 per hour

Location: Western Massachusetts Hospital – Westfield, MA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Position Type: Contract – Temporary Coverage

Position Summary

We areseeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to support daily hospital pharmacy operations. This individual will assist with medication preparation, packaging, inventory management, and distribution, with a primary focus on maintaining and restocking Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets throughout the hospital.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working independently while communicating professionally with pharmacists and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

Refill and restock Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets throughout the hospital.

Receive, sort, and organize medication deliveries from the central distribution center.

Scan medication barcodes and accurately load medications into the appropriate Omnicell machines.

Perform automated dispensing cabinet refills, inventory management, and medication wasting functions.

Conduct monthly medication inspections and identify expired or improperly stored medications.

Assist with medication preparation, packaging, inventory control, and distribution.

Process returned medications for credit or appropriate destruction.

Enter and maintain accurate patient and medication order information within pharmacy systems.

Communicate with the central pharmacy, pharmacists, and nursing staff to ensure timely medication distribution.

Maintain clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy work areas.

Follow all applicable pharmacy regulations, medication safety practices, and institutional policies.

Required Qualifications

Active PTCB National Certification.

Massachusetts State Pharmacy Technician Registration/Certification.

Minimum of 1 year of pharmacy technician experience.

Previous experience using automated dispensing cabinets (Omnicell experience strongly preferred).

Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.

Preferred Qualifications

At least 1 year of pharmacy technician experience in a hospital or acute-care setting.

Hands-on experience with Omnicell automated dispensing systems.

Experience working directly with nursing staff and centralized pharmacy teams.

Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Schedule

Monday–Friday

8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Additional Information

Reports to: Clinical Operational Pharmacist.

Dress Code: Business Casual or Scrubs.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Pharmacy Technician looking to work in a hospital setting with a consistent weekday schedule.