Pharmacy Technician I

Pharmacy Technician ISite: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryThe Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for performing a variety of duties in the pharmacy including routine filling or refilling of medication and supply orders, packaging, clerical, and other standardized duties. This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This position reports to the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Must be able to effectively interact appropriately to an individual's intellectual level and physical ability. Does this position require Patient Care? NoEssential FunctionsFill surgery, recovery room, or other orders for supplies, standard medications, etc.Deliver patient medications, standard stock, and/or other pharmaceutical items to patient units.Maintain prescribed usage, stocking, control or other detailed records.Restock and/or load medications into automated dispensing machines (ADM) units on each nursing unit as needed, or per refill schedule.Deliver controlled drugs to the nursing units as directed by a pharmacist.Check incoming purchased medications, supplies, etc., for conformity to invoice or packing slips.Report shortages, discrepancies, damaged goods, etc.Place in proper storage, rotating stock daily.Prepare IV solutions utilizing aseptic techniques and following USP 797 Standards.Package bulk medication or supplies into required form for dispensing.Restock working storage areas from main bulk storage.Reorder stock medications and supplies as necessary.Perform monthly inspections of all drug storage areas and ADM's of the hospital under the direction of the Director, Pharmacy management, or staff pharmacists, following guidelines as mandated by The Joint Commission.Maintain various records, reports and files.Maintain proficiency with multiple pharmacy software systems.Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.Answer telephone; take or relay messages; answer routine questions.Requisition department supplies and assist in ordering.Rotate shifts as assigned if necessary to maintain department function.Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control, and environmental standards.Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars, workshops, conferences or in-services, professional affiliations, or journals to stay abreast of current trends in field of expertise.Meet annual competency and retraining requirements.Attend meetings as required.Perform other functions/duties as requested.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsPharmacy Technician License – Massachusetts requiredPharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] – PTCB preferredPhysical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)Walking Frequently (34-66%)Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Occasionally (3-33%)Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Frequently (34-66%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Frequently (34-66%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location30 Locus Street- LANDScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftRotating (United States of America)Pay Range$20.73 - $28.82/HourlyGradeSC2C27At 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:1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.