Pharmacy Technician IV Per Diem

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role assists with preparing daily work reports, conducting safety and quality assurance audits, and participating in inventory management and control. Monitors overall performance to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational policies, practices, and approved pharmaceutical processes. This role may work in the following business areas: Quality and Compliance, Inventory Management, Medication Management, and Enterprise Pharmacy Operations. Serves as an integral member of Mass General's interdisciplinary Excellence Everyday Team, responsible for auditing medication storage sites (inpatient, ambulatory, and procedural) in accordance with established standards, procedures, and policies set by local, state, and federal regulatory bodies.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Pharmacy Technician [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required
Pharmacy Technician experience 3-5 years required
Attention to detail.
Proficient with standard PC software: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Effective computer and keyboarding skills.
Working knowledge of pharmacy information and inventory systems.
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.
Ability to manage several priorities and deadlines simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Responsibilities

Performs risk assessments of medication-related matters and provides pharmacy-related knowledge and support to clinicians, as appropriate.
Makes recommendations to managers regarding changes to improve operating procedures and facilitate safe medication practices.
Assists managers and supervisors in developing action plans based on audit results, identifying opportunities for process improvement, facility modifications, and additional employee education.
Works closely with vendors to conduct monthly onsite monitoring, biannual room and equipment certifications, review invoices for appropriate services, and address inconsistencies.
Audits medication storage areas using data collection tools, participates in interdisciplinary tracers and surveillance rounds, and briefs area leadership on opportunities for improvement in accordance with standards established by the The Joint Commission (TJC) and state and federal regulations.