Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Worcester , United States

TLDR

Work in a hospital pharmacy role focused on preparing and dispensing critical medications while supporting patient adherence through unique financial assistance efforts.

Pharmacy Technician – Specialty (Hospital Setting)

📍 Onsite in Worcester, MA
💼 Full-Time | Rotating Shifts | $7.50/hr Shift Differential for Evenings

Are you a Pharmacy Technician looking to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives? Join Shields Health Solutions, where we’re transforming the specialty pharmacy experience to ensure patients stay on track with life-saving medications. We’re looking for compassionate, driven professionals to join our collaborative team in Worcester, MA.


💊 What You’ll Do

As a Specialty Pharmacy Technician, you’ll work in a hospital-based pharmacy setting, blending the pace of retail with the purpose of specialty care. Your day-to-day will include:

  • Preparing and dispensing medications accurately and efficiently
  • Providing exceptional service at the pick-up counter
  • Answering patient calls and assisting with medication-related questions
  • Supporting pharmacy operations using systems like Epic and Willow Ambulatory
  • Collaborating with a team that values empathy, communication, and excellence

🌟 Why Join Shields?

  • Mission-Driven Work: Help patients overcome barriers to medication adherence by supporting financial assistance efforts and simplifying complex healthcare processes.
  • Career Growth: Access a robust learning management system and internal mobility opportunities to grow your career.
  • Team Culture: Work in a fast-paced, highly engaged environment where kindness, compassion, and collaboration are at the core of everything we do.

🕒 Schedule & Compensation

  • Guaranteed 40 hours/week
  • Rotating shifts between:
    • Days: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST
    • Evenings: 2:30 PM – 10:00 PM EST
  • Occasional Saturday shifts
  • $7.50/hour shift differential for hours worked after 5:30 PM EST
  • Hourly Pay Range: $21.37 – $24.88 (based on experience, skills, and location)

🎁 Benefits That Start Day One

  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 4 Weeks (160 hours) of Paid Time Off
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Career development resources and training

What You’ll Need

  • Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician License (required)
  • National Certification (PTCB or NHA) – contingency start may be considered for the right candidate
  • 1+ years of pharmacy technician experience (5+ years preferred)
  • High school diploma or GED

📍 Location

This is a fully onsite role in Worcester, MA. Candidates must be comfortable commuting daily.


💬 Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about patient care and want to be part of a team that’s changing the specialty pharmacy landscape, we’d love to hear from you

 

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Learning Budget

Career development resources and training

401(k) matching

401(k) with company match

Paid Parental Leave

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

4 Weeks (160 hours) of Paid Time Off

Shields Health Solutions integrates specialty pharmacies within hospitals, delivering innovative pharmacy management services that enhance patient outcomes and drive growth. Targeting healthcare systems, they leverage comprehensive programs and data platforms to reduce costs and elevate the quality of patient care.

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