PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Job Description

Prepare medication pursuant to a valid prescription in a manner consistent with state and federal regulatory requirements and departmental policy.

Consult with the Pharmacist, administration and other personnel. Initiate appropriate action to correct problem areas and assist with/support interactions between pharmacy personnel, and customers.

Participate actively in the development, maintenance, and control of drug inventory.

Comply with and maintain inventory control procedures.

Supervise when needed the maintenance of appropriate stock levels.

Support the adjudication of all prescription claims.

Continuously participate in and support inspection of the pharmacy to insure that outdated, improperly stored, or excessive medications have been removed from inventory.

Position Qualifications

• Experience: At least two years’ experience required. Experience in long-term care institutional pharmacy preferred.
• Experience in computer operations, unit dose and blister pack dispensing systems, IV admixture preferred.
• Certification as pharmacy technician required.
• High school diploma or graduate equivalent degree required.
• Any certifications must be current in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

Other Requirements

• Must demonstrate ability to work independently, without direct supervision, within established policies.
• Must be competent with, or possess the skills necessary to quickly assimilate all aspect of the computerized dispensing system at IntegriScript.
• Must have demonstrated effective skills both in writing and verbal communication.
• Must have effective interpersonal skills.
• Must be able and willing to travel to customers/facilities as needed.

Working Location

West Springfield, MA

Work Hours

40 hours per week

Scheduled Shift

Day or Night available

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Medical Insurance
• FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability Insurance
• HRA
• 401(k)