Pharmacy Technician Trainee- Multiple locations available

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Westwood, MA

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About The Position

Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) offers a paid, approximately 4–5 month Pharmacy Technician University training program combining online classes with hands-on experience at a hospital or retail pharmacy site. Trainees earn a full-time wage while completing the program and receive preparation for the Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician license. A position is available upon program completion and passing the exam.

The program is 40 hours per week: 32 hours on-site at a BILH facility and 8 hours of remote online learning. Locations include BILH hospitals and retail pharmacies in the Boston area. Trainees must commit to the full-time training program and one year of subsequent full-time employment.

Requirements

• Proficiency in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Commitment to the full-time training program and one year of subsequent full-time employment.
• Ability to follow instructions, standard practices, established procedures, and general directions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and spoken English.
• Ability to interact respectfully with colleagues, professional staff, and external contacts.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and use active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide patient care to the listed age groups: neonatal, youth, young adult, middle age, and elderly.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including standing and moving through most of the shift, constant walking and keyboard use, and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Adaptability.
• Dependability.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Pharmacy Technician University training program, including weekly online lessons and practical, hands-on experience.
• Participate in 32 hours per week of on-site training and 8 hours per week of remote online learning.
• Prepare for the Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician license examination.
• Provide professional, respectful customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and external customers.
• Communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families, and external customers.

Benefits

• Paid training program.
• Full-time wage while completing training.
• Preparation for the Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician license.

What This Job Offers

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