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Supervisor, Pharmacy Technician

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
55 Fruit Street (Show on map)
Apr 03, 2026
Responsible for overseeing the daily workflow of the department. Prepares the daily work schedule for technicians. prepares written performance evaluations of pharmacy technicians and submits them to the director for approval. Serves as a communication liaison with the director of pharmacy, staff pharmacists, and technicians. -Devises and administers the technician test for new applicants, and studies programs and tests for technicians currently employed. -Participates with the director in interviewing and selecting applicants for technician positions. -Coordinates the orientation and training of new employees to the technical functions of the assigned areas. -Develops a training manual for pharmacy technicians and IV technicians and updates it as necessary. -Coordinates in-service education activities of technical staff. -Develops task analysis evaluations. -Distributes and reviews expectations with technicians to ensure that they are aware of the standards to be achieved. Education Bachelor'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] - required Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required Experience Pharmacy Technician Experience 3-5 years required Supervisory Experience 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to be committed to the observation of aseptic techniques in handling sterile products and equipment, and the maintenance of a stringently clean work area at all times. Effective leadership, communication, and training skills. Knowledgeable in pharmaceutical inventory, requisitioning, storage and distribution methods. Familiar with Federal and state laws regulating pharmacy operations and the reporting of dangerous drugs. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The General Hospital Corporation 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.