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Certified Pharmacy Technician

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
800 Huntington Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 18, 2025
Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Technician Team Lead and a clinical pharmacist, this role supports pharmacy operations by performing medication preparation, delivery, outpatient prescription filling, and handling controlled substances. Responsibilities include stocking and refilling automated dispensing machines, preparing and repackaging medications, and compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations following established protocols. Additional duties involve providing clerical support, maintaining inventory, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. This posting is for coverage primarily at MEE's surgical center at 800 Huntington Avenue, but candidate may be asked to cover at the MEE main campus at 243 Cambridge Street occasionally. Essential Functions: Maintain and monitor medication levels in storage areas. Repackage and label medications using software. Deliver medications and supplies to patient care areas. Fill outpatient and research medication requisitions. Assess storage areas for outdated or misstocked medications. Use barcode technology to fill automated dispensing machines. Support pharmacists in patient care services. Perform dosage calculations and prepare compounded medications per guidelines. Restock and maintain compounding supplies. Identify and dispose of outdated medications. Triage phone calls and provide excellent customer service. Assist with inventory management, receiving, and order processing. Maintain pharmacy records, patient profiles, and prescription logs. Complete required continuing education to maintain certification. Organizational Expectations: Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers. Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders. Participate in performance improvement and teamwork initiatives. Uphold professionalism in interactions with healthcare professionals. Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all state and federal pharmacy regulations. Properly charge and credit medications. Complete required compliance training annually. Qualifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB) and valid Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician Registration. High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum age: 18. Working Conditions: Work in the Pharmacy Department with visits to patient care areas. Exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous substances. Meet physical requirements, including walking, standing, lifting, and operating equipment Additional Job Description Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity 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. 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.