Pharmacy Tech II

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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Job Summary

Summary
Under the direction of a staff pharmacist and/or pharmacy leadership team the Certified Pharmacy Technician II supports safe timely pharmacy services by performing technical and operational duties in accordance with established policies and applicable state and federal 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 maintaining medication integrity through proper storage rotation and inventory control. The technician uses pharmacy information systems and departmental tools to document work support workflow tracking and reporting as assigned and may be scheduled in central pharmacy and/or specialized pharmacy areas based on operational needs. The role also includes organizing inventory auditing medication storage areas conducting safety and quality checks escalating discrepancies handling controlled substances in accordance with policy assisting with onboarding and technical training and participating in departmental projects and quality and 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 follows established policies and procedures to perform a variety of routine support tasks that are integral to the operation of the pharmacy department.
Demonstrates 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.
Supports pharmacy operations and helps ensure the safe and efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products.
Utilizes area-specific technology including but not limited to robotics automation software equipment and pharmacy information systems.
Audits medication storage areas using data collection tools as applicable.
Handles and prepares controlled substances in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Assists with the training and onboarding of junior pharmacy technicians and pharmacy technician trainees.
Understands the complex medication needs of patients and coordinates with pharmacy and medical/nursing staff to meet those needs while providing exceptional service as applicable.
Assists with organizing pharmacy inventory and maintaining operational workflow.
Assists with preparing daily work reports conducting safety and quality assurance audits and participating in inventory management and control as applicable.

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) required

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 assigned responsibilities
- Ability to distinguish routine functions from those requiring a pharmacists professional judgment
- Ability to work with sustained attention and care on routine repetitive tasks
- Knowledge and ability to handle controlled substances in accordance with state regulations
- Multi task and prioritize tasks under time constraints. Organize and maintain efficient work areas
- Command of area-specific technology including but not limited to robotics automation software equipment and information systems

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Onsite

2014 Washington Street

40

Regular

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.84 - $28.30/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 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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