Job Description
Job DescriptionPharmacy Technician
Location: Western Massachusetts Hospital - Westfield, MA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Position Type: Contract - Temporary Coverage
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to support daily hospital pharmacy operations. This individual will assist with medication preparation, packaging, inventory management, and distribution, with a primary focus on maintaining and restocking Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets throughout the hospital.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working independently while communicating professionally with pharmacists and nursing staff.
Responsibilities
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Refill and restock Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets throughout the hospital.
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Receive, sort, and organize medication deliveries from the central distribution center.
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Scan medication barcodes and accurately load medications into the appropriate Omnicell machines.
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Perform automated dispensing cabinet refills, inventory management, and medication wasting functions.
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Conduct monthly medication inspections and identify expired or improperly stored medications.
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Assist with medication preparation, packaging, inventory control, and distribution.
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Process returned medications for credit or appropriate destruction.
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Enter and maintain accurate patient and medication order information within pharmacy systems.
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Communicate with the central pharmacy, pharmacists, and nursing staff to ensure timely medication distribution.
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Maintain clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy work areas.
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Follow all applicable pharmacy regulations, medication safety practices, and institutional policies.
Required Qualifications
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Active PTCB National Certification.
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Massachusetts State Pharmacy Technician Registration/Certification.
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Minimum of 1 year of pharmacy technician experience.
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Previous experience using automated dispensing cabinets (Omnicell experience strongly preferred).
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
Preferred Qualifications
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At least 1 year of pharmacy technician experience in a hospital or acute-care setting.
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Hands-on experience with Omnicell automated dispensing systems.
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Experience working directly with nursing staff and centralized pharmacy teams.
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Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
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Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Schedule
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Monday-Friday
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8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Additional Information
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Reports to: Clinical Operational Pharmacist.
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Dress Code: Business Casual or Scrubs.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Pharmacy Technician looking to work in a hospital setting with a consistent weekday schedule.
For California Applicants:
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
\nCompany Description
Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.
Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?
Company Description
Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.\r\n\r\nOur commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?