Registered/Certified Pharmacy Technician, Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts seeks a Pharmacy Technician for per diem shifts (days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays) to support IV admixture, unit-dose preparation, and inventory management. The role requires registration with the MA Board of Pharmacy and PTCB certification or within 90 days of start.

Strong math, computer, and communication skills are essential. Responsibilities include preparing IV admixtures, filling unit doses, delivering supplies to nursing units,

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have passed Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration exam; all requirements of Pharmacy Technician Trainee
• Must know basic IV admixture processes as well as sterile procedures.
• Must have good math, computer and communication skills.
• Must have clear understanding of medication names (brand and generic), common dosing and sig codes, and medical terminology.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of irrigation, intravenous admixture solutions, and other, using aseptic technique. (must be able to perform repetitive hand motions for IV Room assignments and prepacking.)
• Fills unit dose, Automated Dispensing Machines (ADM), stock requisitions and maintain inventory levels in OR, Endo & OB.
• Delivers unit dose, ADM refills, intravenous solution and necessary pharmaceutical supplies to the nursing units. (must be able to walk and/or stand for assigned shift)
• Fills medication labels, subject to final check by a pharmacist.
• Prepares pre-packaged medications in commonly used quantities.
• Assists with inventory control of supplies and medications. Receives and shelves supplies and medications. Performs cycle counts and monthly review of stock for expired medications.
• Cleans pharmacy equipment, utensils and work areas.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Communication skills

IV admixture knowledge

Pharmacy terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration

Pharmacy Technician Trainee requirements

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you’re not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Per Diem (days, evenings, overnights, weekends, holidays based on dept. needs)

Duties/Responsibilities

Job Description

• Assists in the preparation of irrigation, intravenous admixture solutions, and other, using aseptic technique. (must be able to perform repetitive hand motions for IV Room assignments and prepacking.)
• Fills unit dose, Automated Dispensing Machines (ADM), stock requisitions and maintain inventory levels in OR, Endo & OB.
• Delivers unit dose, ADM refills, intravenous solution and necessary pharmaceutical supplies to the nursing units. (must be able to walk and/or stand for assigned shift)
• Fills medication labels, subject to final check by a pharmacist.
• Prepares pre-packaged medications in commonly used quantities.
• Assists with inventory control of supplies and medications. Receives and shelves supplies and medications. Performs cycle counts and monthly review of stock for expired medications.
• Cleans pharmacy equipment, utensils and work areas.

It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required.

Education/Experience Required

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have passed Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration exam; all requirements of Pharmacy Technician Trainee
• Must know basic IV admixture processes as well as sterile procedures.
• Must have good math, computer and communication skills.
• Must have clear understanding of medication names (brand and generic), common dosing and sig codes, and medical terminology.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Registration/Certification

• Must be registered by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy as a Technician
• Must be certified by the PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board). If not certified, must obtain certification within 90 days of start.
• Must maintain license from Board of Pharmacy and continuing education requirements for PTCB.

Pay Range

$19.90 - $34.81

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. The pay range for this position is established and governed by the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Employees hired into this position will receive compensation consistent with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled