Pharmacy Technician I

Mass General Brigham - Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Pharmacy Technician at an on-site hospital location. The role involves preparing unit dose medications and outpatient prescriptions under supervision, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and supporting pharmacy operations.

The position requires MA pharmacy tech licensure, PTCB certification, and 1–2 years of hospital experience or equivalent training. Work location is 81 Highland Avenue with a 40-hour week and rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician license required.
• PTCB certification required.
• 1–2 years hospital experience or equivalent training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform dosage calculations to prepare non-sterile extemporaneous products under pharmacist supervision.
• Adhere to safety requirements for handling medications and controlled substances.
• Prepare sterile products using aseptic techniques where applicable and manage inventory.
• Assist with training Pharmacy Technician Trainees.
• Understand and follow state and federal regulations governing pharmacy practice.

Skills

Pharmacy calculations

Safety compliance

Train others

Controlled substances

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, follows established policies and procedures to perform a variety of routine support tasks that are integral to the operation of the pharmacy department. Tasks include, but are not limited to, preparation and distribution of unit dose medications, outpatient prescriptions, and stock orders while maintaining the safe handling and integrity of medications. Tasks may also include responsibilities related to technical training and participation in departmental projects. Staffing assignments will include roles throughout central pharmacy and designated specialized pharmacy areas.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Performs all required pharmaceutical dosage calculations necessary to prepare extemporaneous dosage forms, as applicable, under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
• Adheres to safety requirements for handling non-hazardous medications in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• May prepare compounded sterile products using principles of aseptic technique, distribute and transport controlled substances under the appropriate state of control, or maintain code cart inventory. Responsibilities are unit-specific.
• Assists with the training of Pharmacy Technician Trainees.
• Demonstrates familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Pharmacy Technician License – Massachusetts required

Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] – PTCB required

Experience

Previous hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program desired 1-2 years

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Perform intermediate mathematical calculations associated with preparing non-sterile, extemporaneously manufactured pharmaceutical products and other medication doses.
• Follow all applicable state and federal controlled substance regulations.
• Continuously improve skills necessary of area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information system.
• Read, interpret, and follow complex verbal and written instructions to prepare medications in a sterile environment in an accurate manner.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$21.75 - $25.28/Hourly

Grade

3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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