Sobre este puesto de Pharmacy Technician I en Mass General Brigham
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Job Summary
SummaryUnder 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. Tasks include, but are not limited to, preparation and distribution of unit dose medications, outpatient prescriptions, and stock orders while maintaining the safe handling and integrity of medications. Tasks may also include responsibilities related to technical training and participation in departmental projects. Staffing assignments will include roles throughout central pharmacy and designated specialized pharmacy areas.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
-Performs all required pharmaceutical dosage calculations necessary to prepare extemporaneous dosage forms, as applicable, under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
-Adheres to safety requirements for handling non-hazardous medications in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
-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. Responsibilities are unit-specific.
-Assists with the training of Pharmacy Technician Trainees.
-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.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacy Technician License – Massachusetts required
Board Certified Pharmacy Technician from a nationally approved technician certification board (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT) Required
Experience
Pharmacy Technician 0-1 year required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read, interpret, and follow verbal and written instructions associated with assigned responsibilities.
- Understand HIPAA privacy rules and will use discretion when 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 work collaboratively in a team environment.
- 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.
- Knowledge and ability to handle controlled substances, if applicable, in accordance with state regulations.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$21.75 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At 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.
