Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient, Weekdays

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation

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Job Summary

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday. There is no current weekend requirement for this position. However, as staffing and operational needs evolve, weekend availability may be required.

20 hours, Part Time

Location: 52 Oak St, Middleborough, MA

Assists pharmacists and administrative staff in the provision of pharmaceutical care services. Responsible for participation in pharmacy operations, medication distribution, inventory control, and maintenance of personal technical competency. Additionally, provides exemplary customer service, contributes to the efficient operation and productivity of the Pharmacy Department, and displays the interest and motivation to achieve excellence in pharmacy practice in the institutional setting.

Qualifications

Distribution Responsibility

Prepares pharmaceutical preparations in a quality manner under the direction of the pharmacist utilizing pharmacy software and hardware systems

Executes medication distribution

Receives and stocks pharmaceuticals

Prepares medications in unit dose packaging

Fills code carts and emergency kits

Ensures integrity and compliance of unit medication rooms as needed

Responds to requests from health care providers.

Inventory Responsibility

Ensures that drugs and supplies are available in the department and designated hospital care areas by maintaining appropriate inventories

Uses cost containment measures in ordering and maintaining pharmaceutical stock

Maintains inventory records as required by Pharmacy Department policy and law

Ensures availability of unit dose products

Appropriately disposes pharmaceutical waste

Operational Responsibility

Maintains confidentiality of patient and departmental information

Provides positive, supportive, and courteous communications to patients, families, visitors, and hospital personnel at all times

Commits to functioning as an essential employee.

Attends department meetings.

Documents maintenance of technical skills appropriate to pharmacy technician.

Successfully completes annual hospital required training

Keeps Registered Pharmacy Technician license current and maintains Certified Pharmacy Technician certification

• Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required

• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
• No

• Licenses and Credentials
• Pharmacy Technician [State License] required

Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred

• Experience
• Previous hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program is desired 1-2 years preferred

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• - Perform intermediate mathematical calculations associated with preparing non-sterile, extemporaneously manufactured pharmaceutical products and other medication doses.
• - Follow all applicable state and federal controlled substance regulations.
• - Read, interpret, and follow complex verbal and written instructions to prepare medications accurately in a sterile environment.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

52 Oak Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$21.75 - $26.58/Hourly

Grade

3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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