Pharmacy Technician II - Full Time

Monadnock Community Hospital; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Monadnock Community Hospital in Peterborough, NH seeks a Pharmacy Technician II under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. Responsibilities include distribution, stocking, billing, and recordkeeping, along with preparation and loading of medications to automated dispensing systems.

The role expands on Technician I duties and requires sterile compounding attestation from NH Board of Pharmacy and NH Certification with national certification (PTCB preferred).

Qualifications

• High School or better.
• Sterile compounding attestation from NH Board of Pharmacy prior to independent sterile compounding.
• NH Certified Pharmacy Technician and National Certification by NH Board of Pharmacy approved certification organization (PTCB preferred).
• 1 year pharmacy technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Functions as secretary/receptionist for the pharmacy department and processes requests per protocols.
• Assists in routine preparation of medications and inventory management.
• Prepares, refills and loads medications to automated dispensing machines.
• Prepares and compounds sterile and non-sterile medications.
• Assists with purchasing duties and maintains department cleanliness and records.

Education

High School or better

NH Certified Pharmacy Technician

National Certification (PTCB preferred)

Job description

Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, performs a variety of tasks involving routine drug distribution, stocking, purchasing, billing, and record keeping duties in the pharmacy department. This position expands upon the duties and responsibilities of the Pharmacy Technician I. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

• Functions as secretary/receptionist for the pharmacy department. Answers phone calls and receives and processes request according to protocols. Accurately types and files documents in the specified time and location.
• Assists in routine preparation of medications and inventory management.
• Responsible for the preparation and delivery of medications throughout the organization.
• Prepares, refills and loads medications to automated dispensing machines.
• Prepares and compounds non-sterile compounds.
• Prepares and compounds sterile compounds, including non-antineoplastic hazardous medications.
• Issues Pharmacy supplies to various departments throughout the hospital.
• Processes charges and credits to patient accounts.
• Participates in the training of new Pharmacy Technicians.
• Assists in the supervision of new Pharmacy Technicians.
• Assists with medication area inspections in the Pharmacy and throughout the organization.
• Performs additional responsibilities within the department as needed.
• Assists with special projects or performance improvement initiatives.
• Assists in maintaining the Department’s standards in cleanliness, orderliness, and recordkeeping. Communicates essential needs to the Director/Manager/Supervisor of Pharmacy.
• Attends and participates in Monadnock Community Hospital in-service programs, committees and functions. Participates in pharmacy orientations, training programs and staff meetings.
• Participates in appropriate role in Monadnock Community Hospital disasters, fire drills, fires and other emergency situations.
• Exercises care in the operation and use of Monadnock Community Hospital equipment and reference materials. Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance to ensure continuing functioning of equipment. Maintains work area in a clean and organized manner.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or directed.
• Assists the Pharmacy Buyer with maintaining pharmacy inventory and performs purchasing duties as needed.

  About Our Benefits:

  Amazing people deserve amazing benefits.

  We strive to employ and retain the most highly qualified individuals by providing equitable wages and benefits, promoting from within, and supporting the continuing education efforts of our staff.

  You will be valued and rewarded for the work you do here with excellent pay and outstanding benefits. At MCH, you’ll find great opportunities for career advancement as well as personal and professional growth.

  Full-time employees enjoy:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Accident and Critical Illness insurance
  • Identity theft insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Lifestyle spending account
  • Free membership to local gym
  • Generous paid time off plans
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth
  • Scholarship Opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Caring for Coworkers
  • Nursing Loan Assistance
  • Childcare Subsidy

  About Monadnock Community Hospital:

  Reach new heights at Monadnock Community Hospital.

  MCH is a critical access hospital in beautiful, historic Peterborough, New Hampshire.

  For 100 years, we have provided outstanding care to our communities, earning a reputation for excellence that has made us one of New Hampshire’s most successful and beloved small hospitals.

  Join a culture of Compassion, Collaboration, Honesty, and Respect!

  Our employees are the heart and soul of Monadnock Community Hospital.

  In every department and at every level, MCH employees go above and beyond to deliver an exceptional patient experience in an atmosphere that is healthy, friendly, respectful, and personally fulfilling.

  About the Monadnock Region:

  A great place to live, work, and play.

  One of the best things about working at Monadnock Community Hospital is that you get to live in a community that offers an amazing quality of life.

  The state of New Hampshire consistently ranks in the Top Ten of all American states for its overall quality of life. Towns are small and friendly here, crime is low, schools are good, and the air and water are clean.

  Balance meaningful work with a great life.

  Here in the Monadnock Region, you can enjoy a standard of living that is hard to match anywhere. Let’s start with our mountain for which we are named.

  Around the 3,165 foot Mount Monadnock with 100-mile views are forests, woods, lakes, and protected rivers providing abundant opportunities for hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, cross-country skiing – you name it!

  And if you’re into the arts, the region also offers a lively arts scene, with galleries, theatres, and concert venues.

  • New England community spirit
  • Family-friendly
  • Arts and culture
  • All-season outdoor recreation
  • Just 1.5 hours to Boston

  Are you ready for a great job in a great place?

  Are you ready for a career the supports your aspirations?

  Are you ready to work in the best place you've ever lived?

  Our small hospital is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

Sterile compounding attestation from the State of NH Board of Pharmacy prior to independent sterile compounding.

NH Certified Pharmacy Technician AND National Certification by a NH Board of Pharmacy approved certification organization (PTCB preferred).

1 year pharmacy technician experience.

Preferred

Hospital pharmacy technician experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Pharmacy Tech

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.