Inpatient Pharmacy Technician - IPTECHNK

NavitasPartners • Barnstable, MA

7h

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Inpatient Pharmacy Technician to support hospital pharmacy operations. This role involves assisting pharmacists with medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining high-quality patient care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician Registration required
• PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) certification or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of recent Pharmacy Technician experience (within the past 3 years); 3 years preferred
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Responsibilities

• Review and process medication orders for patient care units
• Prepare, package, and distribute medications accurately and efficiently
• Maintain medication inventory, including ordering, stocking, and monitoring expiration dates
• Process medication returns and assist with billing functions
• Pre-package and label bulk medications into unit-dose containers
• Answer and route phone calls appropriately, directing clinical inquiries to the pharmacist
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department
• Follow departmental policies, safety protocols, and infection control standards
• Order medications from suppliers and manage stock levels
• Prepare parenteral (IV) medications and assist with compounding tasks
• Support medication reconciliation processes and update MAR as needed
• Assist in preparation of chemotherapy medications and dosage calculations (as applicable)
• Deliver medications, including controlled substances (Schedule II–V), using automated dispensing systems
• Train and orient new pharmacy staff as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees