Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy TechnicianSite: North Shore Medical Center, 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 SummaryEssential Functions: Assist pharmacists in filling inpatient orders, documenting activities, monitoring stock for outdated medications, and disposing of medications. Compound medications according to USP 797 regulations. Perform sterile compounding in compliance with USP 797 regulations. Perform sterile compounding of hazardous medications according to USP 800 regulations. Assist with sterile compounding competencies. Complete all Simplifi activities and inspections. Prepare, deliver, and collect all pharmacy items throughout the facility. Restock IV room supplies. Restock automated dispensing cabinets. Perform floor checks, stock checks, and assigned unit reviews. Prepackage medications. Answer the telephone and assist callers with inquiries that do not require the professional judgment of a Pharmacist. Assist customers at the service window. Complete mandatory education and training to maintain competencies, requirements, certification, and/or licensure. Perform other duties as assigned.Preferred Qualifications: Associate's degree or completion of college coursework. Compound Sterile Preparation (CPhT-CSP) certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician. Experience in a hospital inpatient pharmacy. Experience in a USP 797-compliant sterile products compounding room. Experience with Epic electronic health record or similar programs. Understanding of medical terminology and calculations.QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma or Equivalent requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? NoLicenses and Credentials: Pharmacy Technician [State License] requiredPharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) requiredExperience: Previous hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program desired 1-2 yearsKnowledge, 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. Continuously improve skills necessary of area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information system. Read, interpret, and follow complex verbal and written instructions to prepare medications in a sterile environment in an accurate manner.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Remote Type: OnsiteWork Location: 81 Highland AvenueScheduled Weekly Hours: 40Employee Type: RegularWork Shift: Rotating (United States of America)Pay Range: $21.75 - $25.28/HourlyEEO Statement:3200 North Shore Medical Center, 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.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.