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Site: The General Hospital Corporation
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.
Job Summary
Summary
This role will assist with preparing daily work reports, conduct safety and quality assurance audits and participate in inventory management and control. Monitors the overall performance to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational policies, practices and approved pharmaceutical processes. This role may work in the following business areas: Quality and Compliance, Inventory Management, Medication Management and enterprise Pharmacy Operations. Serves as an integral member of Mass General's interdisciplinary Excellence Everyday Team, responsible for auditing medication storage sites (inpatient, ambulatory, and procedural) in accordance with established standards, procedures, and policies set by local, state, and federal regulating bodies.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
-Perform risk assessments of medication-related matters, and provide pharmacy-related knowledge and support to clinicians and appropriate.
-Makes recommendations to the managers regarding any changes to improve operating procedures, or to improve and facilitate safe medication practices.
-Assist managers and supervisors on plans after audit results, identifying opportunities for process improvement efforts, facility changes, or additional employee education.
-Work close with vendors to conduct monthly onsite monitoring, biannual room and equipment certification, review invoices for appropriate services, and address inconsistencies.
-Audit medication storage areas utilizing data collection tools, participation on inter-disciplinary tracers and surveillance rounds, as well as briefing area leadership with opportunities for improvement in accordance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards and state and federal regulations
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacy Technician [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred
Experience
Pharmacy Technician experience 3-5 years required PTCB Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) certification required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Attention to detail.
- Proficient with standard PC software: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
- Effective computer and keyboarding skills.
- Working knowledge of pharmacy information and inventory systems.
- Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices.
- Ability to manage several priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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