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Pharmacy Tech Trainee - Per Diem

Newton-Wellesley Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Newton
2014 Washington Street (Show on map)
May 07, 2026
Summary Under direct supervision, acquires knowledge of the different functions within the Pharmacy. Responsible for, but not limited to, filling medication orders, answering phones, attending staff meetings, providing support to pharmacists, and maintaining the safe handling and integrity of medications. Pharmacy Technician Trainee License Required Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Fill medication orders -Answer phones -Attend staff meetings -Provide support to pharmacists -Maintain the safe handling and integrity of medications Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Pharmacy Technician [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Pharmacy Technician in Training [Massachusetts License] - Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy preferred Experience Hospital-related experience, formal training, or certification from a pharmacy technician training program 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must be able to appropriately confront issues, make decisions, and solve problems. 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%) Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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.