Retail Pharmacy Technician-Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Shapiro Retail -Per-Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to support pharmacy operations in Boston. The role involves preparing medications, handling inventory, and providing courteous customer service under pharmacist supervision.

The position requires MA Board of Pharmacy certification and 0–1 years of related experience; Epic, PioneerRx, and ParataMax familiarity is a plus. This is a per diem, rotating shift opportunity with the opportunity to impact patient care directly.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Active Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy certification.
• 0–1 year related work experience.
• Experience with computer systems including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Responsibilities

• Under pharmacist supervision, process prescriptions accurately and timely.
• Assist with third-party transactions and documentation.
• Handle patient-specific medication pickup, delivery, and order packing.
• Retrieve information for new prescriptions and reconcile records per law.
• Refer clinical questions to a pharmacist promptly.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Computer literacy

Pharmacy terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Epic

PioneerRx

ParataMax

Microsoft Office

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.Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for providing pharmacy services which include, but are not limited to, preparing and distributing pharmaceuticals, performing inventory control and, providing customer service, maintaining pharmacy records, and operating and monitoring pharmacy automated technology systems, The Pharmacy Technician I works under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor to ensure delivery of high-quality patient focused pharmacy services.Job Description:Primary Responsibilities:1. Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, processes prescription orders in a timely manner; retrieves, counts, measures and prepares medications, solutions, ointments, and other compounds as directed. Supports the service needs of the pharmacist relative to pharmacy services and maximized patient care outcomes. Assist Pharmacist with all third-party transactions including the completion of any documentation.2. Conducts interpersonal communications in a courteous and friendly manner.3. Responsible for filling, pickup and delivery of patient specific medication. This includes, delivery of medications to appropriate areas in a timely manner so that patients receive the correct medications at the correct time as well as packing, processing, and tracking orders.4. Obtains information for new prescriptions and/or reconciliation purposes accurately and in accordance to the law.5. Refers all clinician and customer clinical questions to a pharmacist in a timely manner6. Retrieves and files pharmacy prescriptions, records, and logs in the appropriate files and in accordance to law7. Maintain cleanliness of all pharmacy areas and supplies8. Maintains excellent familiarity with appropriate department policies and procedures.9. Adapts to changes in the departmental needs including but not limited to: offering assistance to other team members, floating, adjusting assignments, etc.10. If applicable, assists with enrollment processes for any/all patient support programs.Required Qualifications:1. High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree preferred.2. Active state certification with Board of Pharmacy in Massachusetts.3. 0-1 years related work experience required.4. Ability to develop strong relationships with diverse groups of professionals (physicians, nurses, administration)5. Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.Preferred Qualifications:1. National Certification verified by PTCB and ExCPT)2. Knowledge of Epic, PioneerRx and ParataMax preferred.3. Previous experience with quality assurance.Pay Range:$26.00 – $34.99The 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. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.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/DisabledEmployment: Per DiemShift: RotatingCategory: PharmacyPay Range: $26.00 - $34.99FLSA: Non-ExemptReq ID: JR103701