Pharmacy Technician II

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center, part of Berkshire Health Systems, seeks a Pharmacy Tech II to assist in preparation, compounding and dispensing of medications for patients, clinics, and staff. The role emphasizes interaction with Pharmacists, Techs and Nurses to ensure safe, accurate medication distribution.

The position requires at least 6 months of inpatient hospital experience, MA Pharmacy Tech registration, strong math skills, and the ability to work independently with pharmacist supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of inpatient hospital experience.
• Must be proficient in functions of Hospital Pharmacy Technician.
• PHARMTECH REG - Registered MA Pharmacy Tech.
• Ability to work independently with limited pharmacist supervision.
• Moderate computer skills for automation software.
• Strong math skills including fractions, ratios and decimals.
• Must be 18+ years old and of good character.
• Occasionally drive vehicle for deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation/mixing/compounding/dispensing/ control of medications for patients.
• Collaborate with Pharmacists, Nurses and Techs to ensure accurate dispensing.
• Follow hospital SOPs and policies in daily operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Pharmacy math

Attention to detail

Education

Pharmacy tech registration MA

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: 22.8200 through 34.9100

Full Time , Shift 2 , 40 , 3:00pm-11:30pm

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Week 4: n/a

Posted 04/24/2026

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

By following hospital approved policies and standard operation procedures (SOP's) of the department, the Pharmacy Tech II assists in the preparation/mixing/compounding/dispensing/ control of medications and pharmaceuticals to the patients of BMC, its clinics and employees. This position requires strong interpersonal relationship skills as interaction with fellow Techs, Pharmacists, Nurses and other ancillary department employees is important in completing the job tasks.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

Minimum of 6 months of current or past inpatient hospital experiences.

Education and Training:

Must be proficient in functions of Hospital Pharmacy Technician job.

License, Certification & Registration:

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.

Occasionally drive vehicle to designated destinations for deliveries.

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, a competitive retirement plan contribution and a paid time off program.