Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacy Technician

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of pharmacy leadership, the Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacy Technician performs routine support tasks that are integral to the operation of the pharmacy department, following established policies and procedures. The role assists with the preparation, delivery, distribution, and stocking of medications and pharmacy supplies; maintains inventory in pharmacy areas and automated dispensing cabinets; uses pharmacy technology and information systems; and may perform additional tasks such as sterile compounding, controlled-substance transport, or code cart inventory maintenance. The position does not require patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician License.
• Certification from a nationally approved technician certification board: PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT.
• Knowledge of drug pharmacology and the legal aspects of dispensing.
• Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and delivering pharmaceutical supplies and medications in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Deliver and distribute medications to patient care areas.
• Use area-specific technology, including robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems.
• Perform cycle counts as necessary.
• Under direct pharmacist supervision, perform pharmaceutical dosage calculations needed to prepare extemporaneous dosage forms, as applicable.
• May prepare compounded sterile products using aseptic technique, distribute and transport controlled substances in accordance with state regulations, or maintain code cart inventory.
• Receive and sort medication and supply shipments.
• Recommend drug-related laboratory tests and interpret results when appropriate.
• Deliver and stock pharmacy inventory.
• Maintain inventory in pharmacy areas and automated dispensing cabinets, including charge stock orders, ADC shrinkage, and patient and clinic requisitions.
• Assist in training more junior staff.
• Provide information and route phone calls to the appropriate person within the pharmacy department.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED