Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacy at Partner's Boston, Massachusetts

Pharmacy Technician

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Job Summary: Under the direction of pharmacy leadership, follows established policies and procedures to perform a variety of routine support tasks that are integral to the operation of the pharmacy department. Does this position require patient care? No

Essential Functions:

• Assists in the preparation and delivery of pharmaceutical supplies and medications in accordance with the laws and regulations.
• Delivers and distributes medications to patient care areas.
• Utilizes area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems.
• Performs cycle counts as necessary.
• Under the direct supervision of a pharmacist, performs required pharmaceutical dosage calculations necessary to prepare extemporaneous dosage forms as applicable.
• May prepare compounded sterile products using principles of aseptic technique, distribute and transport controlled substances under the appropriate state of control, or maintain code cart inventory.
• Receives and sorts shipment of medications and supplies.
• Recommend drug related labs and interpret results when appropriate.
• Delivers and stocks pharmacy inventory.
• Maintains inventory in all pharmacy areas and automated dispensing cabinets (ADC) and charge stock orders, ADC shrinkage, and patient and clinic requisitions.
• Responsible for assisting in the training of more junior staff.
• Provides information and triage phone calls to the appropriate individual within the pharmacy department.

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

Experience: hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Shows knowledge of the pharmacology of drugs and legal aspects of dispensing. 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing 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%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 32 Fruit Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range: $ - $29.79/Hourly Grade 4 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.

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