Pharmacy Technician II

Mass General Brigham; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Newton-Wellesley Hospital seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician II to support safe, timely pharmacy services by preparing, packaging, labeling, and distributing unit-dose medications and outpatient prescriptions, and delivering medications to patient care areas.

Under supervision of a staff pharmacist, you will use pharmacy information systems, organize inventory, perform safety and quality checks, assist with training, handle controlled substances per regulations,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Pharmacy Technician [State License] required.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - PTCB required.
• Pharmacy technician 0-1 year required.
• HIPAA privacy rules knowledge.
• Ability to perform math calculations accurately.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Follow policies and procedures to perform routine pharmacy support tasks.
• Understand prescription info, calculations, drug identification, and storage practices.
• Support pharmacy operations and safe delivery of medications.
• Utilize area-specific technology including robotics, automation, software, and information systems.
• Audit medication storage areas and conduct safety checks.
• Handle and prepare controlled substances per regulations.
• Assist training of junior technicians and trainees.
• Coordinate with staff to meet patient medication needs and provide service.
• Prepare daily work reports and participate in inventory management

Skills

Attention to detail

Math calculations

HIPAA compliance

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pharmacy Technician State License

Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

Robotics/Automation familiarity

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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, the Certified Pharmacy Technician II supports safe, timely pharmacy services by performing technical and operational duties in accordance with established policies and applicable state and federal regulations. Responsibilities include preparing, packaging, labeling, and distributing unit-dose medications, outpatient prescriptions, and stock orders; delivering medications and supplies to patient care areas; and maintaining medication integrity through proper storage, rotation, and inventory control. The technician uses pharmacy information systems and departmental tools to document work, support workflow tracking and reporting as assigned, and may be scheduled in central pharmacy and/or specialized pharmacy areas based on operational needs. The role also includes organizing inventory, auditing medication storage areas, conducting safety and quality checks, escalating discrepancies, handling controlled substances in accordance with policy, assisting with onboarding and technical training, and participating in departmental projects and quality and safety initiatives as assigned.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, follow established policies and procedures to perform a variety of routine support tasks that are integral to the operation of the pharmacy department
• 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
• Responsible for supporting the operations of the pharmacy and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products
• Utilizes area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems
• Responsible for supporting the operations of the pharmacy and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products
• Audit medication storage areas utilizing data collection tools (if applicable)
• Handle and prepare all controlled substances in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Responsible for assisting with the training of junior pharmacy technician and trainee team members
• Understand the complex medication needs of patients and coordinate with pharmacy and medical/nursing staff to meet those needs while providing extraordinary service (if applicable)
• Assist with the organization of the pharmacy's inventory and operational flow
• Assist with preparing daily work reports, conduct safety and quality assurance audits and participate in inventory management and control (if applicable)
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

• Pharmacy Technician [State License] required
• Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required

Experience

Pharmacy technician 0-1 year required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• - Ability to read, interpret, and follow verbal and written instructions, including department policies and procedures
• - Understand HIPAA privacy rules and will use discretion handling patient related information
• - Ability to adhere to safety requirements for handling non-hazardous and hazardous medications in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
• - Proficient with math calculations associated with assigned responsibilities
• - Ability to distinguish routine functions from those requiring a pharmacist's professional judgment
• - Ability to work with sustained attention and care on routine, repetitive tasks
• - Knowledge and ability to handle controlled substances in accordance with state regulations
• - Multi task and prioritize tasks under time constraints. Organize and maintain efficient work areas
• - Command of area-specific technology, including, but not limited to , robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.84 - $28.30/Hourly

Grade

4

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

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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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