Central Distribution Pharmacy Technician - MGH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, this role performs a variety of routine support tasks integral to the operation of the pharmacy department. Tasks include preparation and distribution of unit dose medications, outpatient prescriptions, and stock orders while maintaining the safe handling and integrity of medications. Responsibilities may also include technical training and participation in departmental projects. Staffing assignments will cover central pharmacy and designated specialized pharmacy areas.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Pharmacy Technician [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred
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.
Continuously improve skills necessary of area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information system.
Read, interpret, and follow complex verbal and written instructions to prepare medications in a sterile environment in an accurate manner.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform all required pharmaceutical dosage calculations necessary to prepare extemporaneous dosage forms as applicable under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
Adhere to safety requirements for handling non-hazardous medications in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
May prepare compounded sterile products using principles of aseptic technique, distribute and transport controlled substances under the appropriate state of control, or maintain code cart inventory. Responsibilities are unit specific.
Responsible for assisting with training of Pharmacy Technician Trainees.
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.