Pharmacy Tech I - Berkshire Health Systems

• DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
  • By following hospital approved policies and standard operation procedures (SOP’s) of the department, the Pharmacy Tech I assists in the preparation, mixing, compounding, dispensing, control of medications and pharmaceuticals to the patients of BMC, its clinics and employees. This position requires strong interpersonal relationship skills as interaction with fellow Techs, Pharmacists, Nurses and other ancillary department employees is important in completing the job tasks.
• POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
  • Experience:
    • Previous hospital pharmacy experience is preferred, previous retail pharmacy is also acceptable.
    • Other
      candidates may be considered based on previous related work experience.
  • Education and Training:
    • High school graduate or high school equivalency certificate is required.
    • Completion of a community
      college pharmacy technician training program is preferred.
    • Completion of some college courses is preferred.
  • License, Certification & Registration:
    • 
      PHARM TECH or TRAINEE – Registered MA Pharmacy Tech or MA
      Pharmacy Tech Trainee. Trainee must pass board approved exam after a minimum of
      500 hours worked but within the earlier of 1500 hours or 1 year.
      
  • Other Requirements:
    • Ability to work and think independently is required, with limited but direct Pharmacist supervision.
    • A
      moderate level of computer skills is required as interaction with automation software and technology is
      significant in this position.
    • Must have strong math skills with the ability to calculate fractions, ratios and
      decimals.
    • Must be 18 years of age or older, be of good moral character and never been convicted of a
      drug related felony.
    • Occasionally drive vehicle to designated destinations for deliveries.

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