Pharmacy Technician II, Inpatient Pharmacy, 40hr, Day

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

19d

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician II performs hazardous and nonhazardous sterile compounding, nonsterile compounding, medication delivery, and refilling and loading medications into automated dispensing machines. The role also performs medication-related tasks including packaging, preparing oral and IV medications, record keeping, and medication distribution. The technician assists with transporting and handling controlled substances and completing documentation related to their delivery. At least 50% of the position is spent performing sterile compounding activities and/or specialized tasks, which may include addressing MAR messages, code cart management, controlled substance receiving and reconciliation, and medication ordering. This is a 40-hour-per-week day-shift position, scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with every third weekend and every third holiday scheduled. The position is non-exempt and represented by SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees). The hiring range is $23.81–$35.08 for a full-time schedule; part-time or reduced schedules are prorated. A signing bonus may be available, with eligibility confirmed during the interview process.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy.
Certification by a national governing body, such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT).
Must pass and remain competent in the UMass sterile compounding program and guidelines following USP 797/800 standards.
Three years of previous experience.
Proficiency in mathematics and the ability to use a computer.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately, efficiently, and dependably.
Positive work ethic, motivation, and a professional demeanor that promotes teamwork.

Responsibilities

Prepare intravenous drugs using aseptic technique, including parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, and other IV drugs.
Prepare sterile parenteral products from patient orders, including the required additive, volume, and concentration.
Prepare adult, pediatric, and neonatal parenteral nutrition.
Prepare batch quantities of frequently used sterile compounded products.
Maintain required documentation in accordance with regulatory and hospital requirements while protecting patient confidentiality.
Generate necessary pharmacy reports.
Perform the major responsibilities of an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I.
Comply with state and federal standards for medication compounding.
Maintain inventory and supplies for sterile compounding and order supplies for the IV area.
Maintain certification standards in aseptic technique and demonstrate appropriate behavior in ISO-classified environments, including handwashing, garbing, and aseptic technique.
Use pharmacy technology, equipment, and compounding systems proficiently; document compounded products using appropriate technology, such as Simplify, Epic, and IMS.
Support training of new technicians in sterile compounding and other specialized tasks.
Conduct monthly air and surface sampling, as appropriate.
Monitor temperature and humidity in rooms and equipment, including refrigerators, freezers, and incubators, and complete associated documentation.
Monitor and document pressure.
Properly use and maintain Primary Engineering Controls.
Inspect assigned areas and remove outdated medications and supplies.
Assist with yearly inventory in assigned areas.
Deliver medications and refill and load medications into automated dispensing machines.
Perform nonsterile compounding and medication-related packaging, preparation, record keeping, and distribution tasks.
Assist with the transportation and handling of controlled substances and complete required delivery documentation.
Perform specialized tasks that may include addressing MAR messages, code cart management, controlled substance receiving and reconciliation, and medication ordering.