Pharmacy Technician I

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, the Pharmacy Technician I follows established policies and procedures to perform routine support tasks integral to pharmacy department operations. Tasks include preparing and distributing unit dose medications, outpatient prescriptions, and stock orders while maintaining safe medication handling and integrity. The role may also include technical training and participation in departmental projects. Assignments may be in central pharmacy or designated specialized pharmacy areas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
State Pharmacy Technician license.
Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Ability to perform intermediate mathematical calculations associated with preparing non-sterile, extemporaneously manufactured pharmaceutical products and other medication doses.
Ability to follow applicable state and federal controlled substance regulations.
Ability to continuously improve skills with area-specific technology, including robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow complex verbal and written instructions to prepare medications accurately in a sterile environment.
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

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

Responsibilities

Perform pharmaceutical dosage calculations needed to prepare extemporaneous dosage forms, as applicable, under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
Follow safety requirements for handling non-hazardous medications in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Depending on the unit, prepare compounded sterile products using aseptic technique, distribute and transport controlled substances under the appropriate state of control, or maintain code cart inventory.
Assist with training Pharmacy Technician Trainees.
Prepare and distribute unit dose medications, outpatient prescriptions, and stock orders while maintaining medication safety and integrity.
Participate in departmental projects and, as applicable, technical training.