Pharmacy Technician Certified

Merrimack Health • Lawrence, MA

18d

About The Position

Responsible for providing safe, accurate, and efficient technical support in the hospital pharmacy under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist. The Pharmacy Technician performs medication preparation, dispensing, distribution, inventory management, medication delivery, and other pharmacy-related functions in accordance with Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy requirements, hospital policies and procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations. The Pharmacy Technician works collaboratively with Pharmacists, pharmacy leadership, nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals to support timely medication therapy and promote patient safety. The role requires accuracy, attention to detail, professionalism, customer service, a commitment to medication safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment while maintaining competency in assigned pharmacy technician functions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Pharmacy Technician Registration with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy.
• Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) through a nationally recognized certification organization, or willingness and ability to complete an approved certification program and obtain national certification within six months of hire.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, medication names, dosage forms, pharmacy calculations, and pharmacy workflow.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and handle protected health information appropriately.
• Strong communication, organization, customer-service, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist and within the technician's authorized scope of practice.
• Must maintain all required registrations, certifications, training, and credentials throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in the hospital pharmacy under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist.
• Prepare, dispense, and distribute medications.
• Manage pharmacy inventory.
• Deliver medications.
• Perform other pharmacy-related functions in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with Pharmacists, pharmacy leadership, nurses, providers, and other healthcare professionals to support timely medication therapy and patient safety.
• Maintain competency in assigned pharmacy technician functions.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and appropriately handle protected health information.

What This Job Offers

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