Pharmacy Technician II, Inpatient Pharmacy, 40hr, Nights

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II for their inpatient pharmacy. This role involves sterile compounding, medication delivery, and supporting pharmacy operations. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and 3 years of experience. Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care and professional growth.

Benefits

Signing bonus may be available

Qualifications

• 3 years of previous experience required.
• Passes and remains competent in UMass sterile compounding program.

Responsibilities

• Prepares IV drugs using aseptic technique.
• Maintains documentation per regulatory and hospital requirements.
• Supports training new technicians in sterile compounding.

Skills

Proficiency in math

Computer skills

Ability to follow instructions

Positive work ethic

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy

Certified by PTCB or ExCPT

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Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours: 40hr, Nights-4x10hr shifts

Shift: 3 - Night Shift, 10 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 40

Cost Center: 10020 - 3800 Pharmacy

Union: SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)

This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver: At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. We focus on exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research. With over 20,000 employees, we work together to heal our patients, community, and each other. Everyone plays an important part every day.

Under the supervision of a pharmacist, performs hazardous and nonhazardous sterile compounding, nonsterile compounding, medication delivery, and is responsible for refilling and loading medications into automated dispensing machines (ADMs). Performs other medication-related tasks such as packaging, preparation of oral and IV medications, record keeping, and handling controlled substances with proper documentation.

Maintains 50% of time performing sterile compounding activities and/or specialized tasks, including MAR message management, code cart management, controlled substance reconciliation, and medication ordering.

Major Responsibilities

• Prepares IV drugs using aseptic technique, including parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, and other IV drugs.
• Maintains documentation per regulatory and hospital requirements, respecting patient confidentiality, and generates pharmacy reports.
• Performs all major responsibilities of an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I.
• Complies with all standards for medication compounding.
• Prepares sterile parenteral products from patient orders, including adult, pediatric, neonatal nutrition.
• Prepares batch sterile compounded products for high-use items.
• Maintains inventory and supplies for sterile compounding and orders supplies for the IV area.
• Maintains certification standards in aseptic technique.
• Proficient with pharmacy technology and equipment, and proper use of compounding systems.
• Documents compounded products using appropriate technology (Simplify, Epic, IMS, etc.).
• Supports training new technicians in sterile compounding and specialized tasks.
• Performs monthly air and surface sampling as appropriate.
• Demonstrates proper behavior in ISO environments (handwashing, garbing, aseptic technique).
• Monitors temperature/humidity and pressure, maintaining proper documentation.
• Properly uses and maintains Primary Engineering Controls.
• Inspects areas and removes outdated medications and supplies.
• Assists with yearly inventory in assigned areas.

Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities

• Follows departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Attends meetings, conferences, seminars as required.
• Uses Quality Improvement in daily operations.
• Follows health and safety regulations.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Ensures licenses and certifications are current.
• Respects diversity and contributes to a professional environment.

License/Certification/Education

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy.
• Certified by PTCB or ExCPT.
• Passes and remains competent in UMass sterile compounding program following USP 797/800 standards.

Experience/Skills

Required:

• 3 years of previous experience.
• Proficiency in math, computer skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
• Positive work ethic, motivated, professional, team-oriented.

Equivalent education and experience may be substituted if it provides proficiency in the responsibilities listed.

UMass Memorial Health is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to respect, diversity, and inclusion.