Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient, Weekdays

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

Job Summary

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday. There is no current weekend requirement for this position. However, as staffing and operational needs evolve, weekend availability may be required.

20 hours, Part Time

Location: 52 Oak St, Middleborough, MA

Assists pharmacists and administrative staff in the provision of pharmaceutical care services. Responsible for participation in pharmacy operations, medication distribution, inventory control, and maintenance of personal technical competency. Additionally, provides exemplary customer service, contributes to the efficient operation and productivity of the Pharmacy Department, and displays the interest and motivation to achieve excellence in pharmacy practice in the institutional setting.

 

Distribution Responsibility

• Prepares pharmaceutical preparations in a quality manner under the direction of the pharmacist utilizing pharmacy software and hardware systems

• Executes medication distribution

• Receives and stocks pharmaceuticals

• Prepares medications in unit dose packaging

• Fills code carts and emergency kits

• Ensures integrity and compliance of unit medication rooms as needed

• Responds to requests from health care providers.

Inventory Responsibility

• Ensures that drugs and supplies are available in the department and designated hospital care areas by maintaining appropriate inventories

• Uses cost containment measures in ordering and maintaining pharmaceutical stock

• Maintains inventory records as required by Pharmacy Department policy and law

• Ensures availability of unit dose products

• Appropriately disposes pharmaceutical waste

Operational Responsibility

• Maintains confidentiality of patient and departmental information

• Provides positive, supportive, and courteous communications to patients, families, visitors, and hospital personnel at all times

• Commits to functioning as an essential employee.

• Attends department meetings.

• Documents maintenance of technical skills appropriate to pharmacy technician.

• Successfully completes annual hospital required training

• Keeps Registered Pharmacy Technician license current and maintains Certified Pharmacy Technician certification

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacy Technician [State License] required

Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred

Experience
Previous hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program is desired 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Perform intermediate mathematical calculations associated with preparing non-sterile, extemporaneously manufactured pharmaceutical products and other medication doses.
- Follow all applicable state and federal controlled substance regulations.
- Read, interpret, and follow complex verbal and written instructions to prepare medications accurately in a sterile environment.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

 

Onsite

 

52 Oak Street

 

20

 

Regular

 

Rotating (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$21.75 - $26.58/Hourly

 

 

Grade

3

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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