Specialty Pharmacy Technician ~ $4,000 Sign-on Bonus

Shields Health Solutions•Worcester, MA

3d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Shields Health Solutions is hiring a Specialty Pharmacy Technician to work in a hospital-based pharmacy setting in Worcester, Massachusetts. This onsite, full-time role combines retail pharmacy activity with specialty care, supporting patients with life-saving medications and helping them stay on track with treatment. The position offers guaranteed 40 hours per week on rotating day and evening shifts, with occasional Saturday shifts. Hours worked after 5:30 p.m. Eastern receive a $7.50-per-hour shift differential. The technician prepares and dispenses medications, assists patients at the pickup counter and by phone, and supports pharmacy operations using systems such as Epic and Willow Ambulatory. The role involves working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment that emphasizes empathy, communication, and patient service. The company describes opportunities for career growth through a learning management system, training resources, and internal mobility. The posting advertises a sign-on bonus of approximately $4,000. The posted hourly pay range is stated as $21.37–$24.88 in one section and $21.47–$24.88 in the pay-transparency statement; the actual offer depends on factors including geography, skills, education, and experience.

Requirements

Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician License.
At least 1 year of pharmacy technician experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and the ability to navigate the internet and web-based platforms.
Data entry and computer skills are evaluated through a pre-employment assessment.
Must be comfortable commuting daily to the onsite Worcester, Massachusetts location.

Nice To Haves

National certification through PTCB or NHA; a contingency start may be considered for the right candidate.
Five or more years of pharmacy technician experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and dispense medications accurately and efficiently.
Provide service to patients at the pharmacy pickup counter.
Answer patient calls and assist with medication-related questions.
Support pharmacy operations using systems such as Epic and Willow Ambulatory.
Collaborate with the pharmacy team to provide compassionate, effective patient care.
Support efforts that address barriers to medication adherence and simplify complex healthcare processes.