Pharmacy Tech III

Berkshire Health Systems • Pittsfield, MA

1d

About The Position

This role follows hospital-approved policies and departmental standard operating procedures while assisting with the preparation, mixing, compounding, dispensing, and control of medications and pharmaceuticals for hospital patients, clinics, and employees. The position interacts with fellow technicians, pharmacists, nurses, and employees in other ancillary departments to complete job tasks. Work is on days and evenings in rotation or on a straight evening shift.

Requirements

• Six months of current or past inpatient hospital experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in all functions of a hospital pharmacy technician, including IV room compounding or hazardous drug and chemotherapy compounding.
• Certified pharmacy technician credential (PTCB/NHA), registered Massachusetts pharmacy technician credential, and a Massachusetts driver's license.
• Ability to work and think independently with limited, direct pharmacist supervision.
• Moderate computer skills for interaction with automation software and technology.
• Strong math skills, including the ability to calculate fractions, ratios, and decimals.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, of good moral character, and never have been convicted of a drug-related felony.

Responsibilities

• Follow hospital-approved policies and departmental standard operating procedures.
• Assist with the preparation, mixing, compounding, and dispensing of medications and pharmaceuticals.
• Assist with control of medications and pharmaceuticals for hospital patients, clinics, and employees.
• Work with pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, nurses, and other ancillary department employees to complete job tasks.

What This Job Offers

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