Pharmacy Technician IV MGH at Mass General Brigham

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The individual must display leadership skills by demonstrating accountability initiative and responsibility as it relates to the care areas and the clinical and operational staff served. Reference standards include the MGH Pharmacy Policy and Procedure Manual the U.S. Pharmacopeia Convention (USP) The Joint Commission accreditation standards (TJC) and state and federal regulations. <br>- Compounding Quality and Compliance (with direction from Compounding Quality and Compliance Coordinator): Participate in quarterly audits of pharmacy compounding areas inclusive of facility review technician observation and employee interview to assure compliance with regulatory requirements and departmental policies.- Assist managers and supervisors on plans after audit results survey and inspection findings identifying opportunities for process improvement efforts facility changes or additional employee education- Provide compounding orientation and training of new staff including MGH competency checklists and media fill / glove fingertip testing Ensure compounding staff are rescheduled for biannual or annual competency assessments on time.- Provide any group and individual training on techniques and departmental procedures as the need arises.- Participate in the incubation assessment and read of media samples.- Assist with vendor scheduling and onsite management of monthly environmental monitoring biannual room and hood certifications building and grounds personnel and any additional vendors as need arises. - Review vendor invoices to ensure services match invoiced payment requested and file in appropriate shared drive location. - Alerts area leadership to known inconsistencies and follows up with vendors. Review all documentation (EM reports certification reports etc) and file in appropriate shared drives for each pharmacy areaTrack compliance of metrics on the Pharmacy Compounding Compliance Dashboard.- Assist in the review or creation of compounding policies and procedures for the organization.- Participate in pharmacy committees to review compounding standards and processes across sites and ensure standardized process are used across practice sites. -Travel to offsite compounding areas (Waltham Danvers Newton-Wellesley Cancer Center) is necessary for audits and may be required as other opportunities arise. - Assists in educating Pharmacy staff in quality assurance techniques medication compliance standards and Quality Assurance Process Improvement (QAPI) activities.- Develops and enforces policies and procedures related to quality and compliance and ensures they are updated understood and followed by staff - Additional duties as assigned and/or as opportunities arise.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associates Degree Related Field of Study preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degreeNoLicenses and CredentialsPharmacy Technician State License - Generic - HR Only required Pharmacy Technician Certification CPhT - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) requiredExperiencePharmacy Technician experience 3-5 years required PTCB Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) certification preferredKnowledge Skills and Abilities- Attention to detail.- Proficient with standard PC software: Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint.- Effective computer and keyboarding skills.- Working knowledge of pharmacy information and inventory systems.- 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.- Ability to manage several priorities and deadlines simultaneously.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Remote TypeHybridWork Location90 Blossom StreetScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$27.40 - $39.90/HourlyGrade6At 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.EEO Statement:The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt 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.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Load & Unload,LTC Pharmacy,Typing,Inventory Control,Customer Service,Hospital Experience,Pharmacy Software,Communication skills,Math,Pharmacy Technician Experience,Order Entry,Compounding Medications Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 27 - 39