Certified Pharmacy Tech

Note:

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.

Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $20.38 - $24.94 - $31.28
** Certified Pharmacy Technician
** Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC), and the region's only level 1 trauma center, providing services throughout western Massachusetts  is looking for Certified Pharmacy Technician.
** DEPARTMENT

DESCRIPTION:

*** Leadership structure
* Awards for Unit Department, high performing unit, high engagement scores, etc.
* Teamwork, flexibility, peer support
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* SCHEDULE:

*** Per diem hours available
** LOCATION**:
* 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

*** High School Diploma, GED or Hi Set
* Pharmacy Technician License for State of Massachusetts
* PTCB - National Certification is required for Acute Care
* Previous pharmacy technician (acute/retail setting) experience required
** THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE PER DIEM
*** Excellent Compensation
* Earned Time off
* Continuing education support
* 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
* 529 College Savings Plan
* Free money coach advice from a certified professional
* Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
* Wellbeing programs that include. but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff.  

We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.###

Summary:

Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, Pharmacy technicians assist in various activities of the pharmacy department. Through the leadership of the operations leadership team, the pharmacy technician is responsible for the essential functions and responsibilities outlined in this document, noting every employee is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Leadership has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities based on changes in workflows or processes as necessary.

The employee is expected to:
Obtain and maintain appropriate knowledge and understanding of Baystate Medical Center/Baystate Health (BH) Pharmacy Services. This knowledge includes the values, policies, and procedures of BMC/BH and BH Pharmacy Services. The certified pharmacy technician II is responsible for supporting dispensing and restocking functions from the central pharmacy to patient care areas utilizing automated inventory dispensing machines (e.g., carousel) and cabinets (e.g., Pyxis machines) and various medication trays and carts.
Additionally, these team members support sterile compounding (USP 797) activities and minimal hazardous compounding (USP 800) as needed to support patient care.

The certified pharmacy technician II team members are expected to understand major job responsibilities and performance factors that help meet the mission and vision of the department and organization.
This includes a strong dedication to the following key behaviors which impact the patient experience:
Customer service, Teamwork, Attendance   Thorough understanding of drug distribution workflows focusing on medication safety, quality, and value;  Dedication and commitment to understanding, identifying, and participation in quality…