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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.
Qualifications
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)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$21.75 - $26.58/HourlyGrade
3
EEO Statement:
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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