CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - CLINICAL TRIALS
Boston, MA 
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Description

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $3,000.00 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Sign-On Agreement Terms

  • 12-month work commitment
  • Half payment distribution after 90 days of hire and remaining 50% at one year of hire.
  • Agreement authorizes repayment if work commitment not fulfilled
  • No eligibility for internal transfers, individuals who have already accepted offers or internal employees of Mass General Brigham system

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT

Working in concert with the pharmacy team, under the general direction of the Manager and Assistant Director, the CTP Technician follows established policies and procedures to perform activities integral to the operation of the pharmacy department at Mass General Hospital. Activities include and are not restricted to handling of investigational medications, entering orders for drug dispense, answering phones, attending staff meetings, providing support to the pharmacists, checking expiration dates on medications, non-sterile compounding, sterile compounding, temperature monitoring, training, inventory management and assisting in other areas as needed. Technicians must be able to pass both licensure and area specific competences. The Pharmacy Technician may rotate throughout the various assigned areas.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Trials Pharmacist, the Clinical Trials Pharmacy Technician:

  • Processes outpatient and inpatient investigational prescriptions utilizing the CTP computerized drug management system.
  • Receives investigational drug supplies, handles patient and sponsor returns.
  • Performs inventory management including drug ordering, receipt, expiration date checks, accountability, drug returns, destruction etc.
  • Meets with the destruction company representative for controlled substance return and destruction.
  • Prepares sterile and non-sterile products in adherence to USP and hospital policies and procedures.
  • Assists in training of pharmacy staff, in conjunction with the area supervisor or designee.
  • Maintains all required training competencies.
  • Corresponds with study team members and sponsors as needed.
  • Aids the Pharmacist in monitor visit scheduling, set-up, triage and resolution of findings.
  • Performs daily monitoring of CTP fridge, freezer and room temperatures.
  • Participates in study closure and document archival.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

* Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician license

  • National Certification

* High School diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED:

  • Research pharmacy experience

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

  • Computer literacy.
  • English proficiency.
  • Ability to work independently
  • Communicates effectively, both written and oral and exhibits great interpersonal skills
  • Guards patient privacy.

* Is aware of and adheres to safety measures for both patient and staff.

  • Demonstrates attention to detail.
  • Ability to multiple task and work effectively in high-pressure situations.
  • Actively looks for ways to help customers by identifying and proposing appropriate solutions and/or services.
  • Establishes a high degree of trust and credibility with others. Evokes confidence in character, abilities and truthfulness.
  • Demonstrates collaborative efforts to succeed and excel.

* Builds trust through reliability and authenticity. Demonstrates results-oriented behavior.

* Develops constructive, cooperative relationships with others.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to lift to 20 lbs.

Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.

EEO Statement

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

Primary Location: MA-Boston-MGH Main Campus
Work Locations:
MGH Main Campus
55 Fruit Street
Boston 02114
Job: Pharmacy Technician
Organization: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours: 40
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Recruiting Department: MGH Pharmacy
Job Posting: Apr 19, 2024


Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
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