Pharmacy Technician I

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital 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 Summary Per diem position Summary Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, the Certified Pharmacy Technician I performs routine technical and operational duties to support safe, timely pharmacy services in accordance with established policies and applicable regulations. Responsibilities include preparing, packaging, labeling, and distributing unit-dose medications, outpatient prescriptions, and stock orders; delivering medications and supplies to patient care areas; and supporting proper storage, rotation, and inventory practices. The technician documents work and uses pharmacy information systems and departmental tools as trained and may be assigned to central pharmacy and/or specialized areas based on operational needs. The role also includes auditing medication storage areas, escalating discrepancies, and handling controlled substances per departmental policy. The technician may assist with onboarding/training of junior staff and participate in departmental projects and quality/safety initiatives as assigned. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team, follow established policies and procedures to perform a variety of routine support tasks that are integral to the operation of the pharmacy department. Maintain 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. Support the operations of the pharmacy and ensure the safe and efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products. Utilize area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems. Demonstrate professionalism and effectively communicate with patients and caregivers to gather information and/or triage inquiries. Audit medication storage areas utilizing data collection tools, if applicable. Qualifications 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 Pharmacy Technician 0-1 year required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to read, interpret, and follow verbal and written instructions, including department policies and procedures Understand HIPAA privacy rules and will use discretion handling patient related information Ability to adhere to safety requirements for handling non-hazardous and hazardous medications in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements Proficient with math calculations associated with ass signed responsibilities Ability to distinguish routine functions from those requiring a pharmacist's professional judgment Ability to work with sustained attention and care on routine, repetitive tasks Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 789 Central Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $21.75 - $24.40/Hourly Grade 3At 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. EEO Statement: 1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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