Pharmacy Technician I
Location: Burlington, MA
Job ID: 174414-1A
Date Posted: Jun 15, 2022
Category: Clinical Support
Job Description
Welcome To
Welcome to Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health. Lahey Hospital & Medical Center is a world-renowned tertiary medical center known for its innovative technology, pioneering medical treatment and leading-edge research. A teaching hospital of Tufts University School of Medicine, the hospital provides quality health care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty, from primary care to cancer diagnosis and treatment to kidney and liver transplantation. It is a national leader in a number of health care areas, including stroke, weight management and lung screenings, among many others. Lahey also helps to advance medicine through research and the education of tomorrow's health care leaders.
About the Job
Position Summary: Supports the mission of the department by ensuring that the right patients receive the right medication in a safe and timely manner. Develops a full understanding of the drug distribution operations in their assigned area and demonstrates competency in carrying out all duties associated with medication distribution.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:
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12) Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment. |
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13) Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards. |
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14) Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities. |
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15) Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education. |
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16) Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department. |
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Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Must be a registered technician or pharmacy intern with the MA Board of Pharmacy or must obtain a Pharmacy Technician Trainee License from the Board of Pharmacy. A Pharmacy Technician Trainee must complete 500 hours employment before applying for Pharmacy Technician registration with the MA Board of Pharmacy. No individual can work as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee for more than 1 year. Technicians are highly encouraged to become nationally certified by PTCB (preferred) or equivalent.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Demonstrates the ability to be thoroughly trained to meet the requirements of this job description. Math skills are required. Understands standard pharmaceutical/medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in the prescribing and dispensing of medications. English communication skills oral and written comprehension. Knowledge of policies and regulations pertaining to handling and distribution of controlled substances and hazardous materials preferred. Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
Experience: One year experience as a pharmacy technician preferred.
Scheduled Hours
Per Diem
About Us
Beth Israel Lahey Health is dedicated to improving health and wellness and making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families and all members of the communities we serve. Formed in March 2019, Beth Israel Lahey Health is a patient-centered, integrated care delivery system providing a continuum of services spanning academic, tertiary and community hospitals, dedicated orthopedic and psychiatric hospitals, primary and specialty care, community acute care, ambulatory care, behavioral services and home health. Beth Israel Lahey Health Performance Network is a unified joint contracting and population health management organization, jointly governed by participating physicians and hospitals.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
