Pharmacy Technician

The Pharmacy Technician plays a crucial role in the preparation, mixing, compounding, dispensing, and control of medications and pharmaceuticals. This position involves following departmental policies and standard operating procedures to ensure safe and effective medication delivery to patients.

Shift Requirements

• Monday to Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, or 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Must be available for any shift as needed for a total of 40 hours per week.

Weekend and Holiday Requirements

• No weekend requirements.
• Holiday coverage may be necessary.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and compound medications under the supervision of pharmacists.
• Interact effectively with pharmacists, fellow technicians, nurses, and ancillary staff to ensure the fulfillment of job tasks.
• Drive to designated locations for deliveries as required.
• Demonstrate strong mathematical skills for calculating fractions, ratios, and decimals.
• Utilize pharmacy and hospital computer systems, including automated medication dispensing systems and IV room equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of pharmacy technician experience is required.
• Retail pharmacy experience is mandatory.
• At least 6 months of current or past inpatient hospital experience is essential.
• Proven ability to mix both hazardous and non-hazardous compounds is required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPT) certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is necessary.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician in Massachusetts is required.
• Ability to work independently within established policies.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.

Profile Requirements

• Work history documentation.
• Skills checklist for Pharmacy Technician, current within the last year.
• One supervisory reference signed within the past two years of employment.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification documentation.

Equipment Used

• Pharmacy computerized systems and automated dispensing systems.
• Vertical and horizontal laminar air flow hoods.
• Various ancillary equipment necessary for medication preparation and dispensing.

Note: All requested time off must be documented upon submission. Scheduling requests made after submission may not be approved. Availability for holiday work is expected.