Certified Pharmacy Technician I - Per Diem, Outpatient

ABOUT BMC :

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal - to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston.

Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

As one of the top places to work in health care, we know that providing exceptional careforpatients begins withcaringforourstaff.

That's why you'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth.

There's never been a better or more exciting time to join our BMC community and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all.

POSITION SUMMARY :

As a BMC Outpatient Pharmacy Technician, you will be preparing and distributing medications, operating and monitoring pharmacy automated technology systems, maintaining inventory, performing daily quality assurance audits, providing customer service, and maintaining pharmacy records.

You will assists in training staff under the supervision and guidance of the Pharmacy Managers and Pharmacy Technician Supervisor to help further BMC's mission of providing exceptional care for all.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

Tasks

• Performs data entry tasks such as, prescription transcription and entry, resolve third party insurance claim issues, contacts providers as appropriate for the pharmacist while maintaining customer / patient confidentiality.
• Prepares prescription orders in a timely manner; retrieves, counts, measures and prepares medications, solutions, ointments, and other compounds as directed.

Ensures all work is checked by a pharmacist.

Supports the service needs of the pharmacist relative to pharmacy services and maximized patient care outcomes such as, ensuring the prescription is dispensed to the correct patient at the point-of-sale in a professional and courteous manner

Patient Care and Safety

Communicates to pharmacists and / or pharmacy technician supervisor on malfunctioning equipment and unsafe working conditions

Administrative

• Attends and participates in hospital and other management training and development workshops.
• Must have / maintain national technician certification through PTCB or exCPT

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Requires a high school diploma or GED
• Must be registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the MA Board of Pharmacy by the hire date (Pharmacy Interns are not required to hold CPhT certification)
• Must also have national certification from Pharmacy Tech Certification Board (PTCB) or Exam of Certified Pharmacy Techs (exCPT), or within 6 months from start date
• Pharmacy students who have completed 2 years of education in an approved college / school of pharmacyare eligible for pharmacy internship, and may be waived for the required experience
• 6 months - 1 year of work experience preferred

JOB BENEFITS :

• Sign on bonus
• Competitive pay
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement and generous employee discounts
• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, professional development, and growth

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT :

The Outpatient Pharmacy Department at Boston Medical Center provides high value, comprehensive pharmacy services to our patients and the health care system.

Our pharmacy teams improve medication compliance and provide exceptional care without exception. We utilize integrated technology, innovative clinical initiatives, and have an exceptional workforce committed to supporting the BMC goal to make Boston the healthiest city in the world.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.

org or call617-638-8582to let us know the nature of your request.

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