Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryThe Pharmacy Technician Supervisor oversees the daily operations, workflow, and performance of pharmacy technicians to support safe, efficient, and compliant pharmacy services. Working under the direction of pharmacy leadership, this role coordinates staffing, onboarding, training, competency assessment, and performance management for technical staff while promoting service excellence, regulatory compliance, and effective communication across the department. The supervisor serves as a key resource for technicians and pharmacists and helps standardize practices, develop staff capabilities, and maintain operational continuity.
This position is responsible for overseeing the daily workflow of the department, supervising technical staff, and supporting recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing professional development initiatives. The Pharmacy Technician Supervisor collaborates closely with pharmacy leadership to establish performance expectations, conduct evaluations, develop training programs and competency assessments, coordinate educational activities, and ensure technicians are equipped to meet departmental and organizational standards.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
Oversees and coordinates the daily workflow and activities of pharmacy technicians.
Serves as a communication liaison between pharmacy leadership, pharmacists, technician leaders, and pharmacy technicians.
Prepares written performance evaluations for pharmacy technicians and submits them to the Director of Pharmacy for review and approval.
Participates in the recruitment, interviewing, and selection of candidates for pharmacy technician positions.
Develops, administers, and evaluates competency assessments and testing programs for new and existing pharmacy technicians.
Manages the orientation, onboarding, and training of new employees on the technical functions of assigned pharmacy areas.
Collaborates with technician specialists and pharmacy leadership to develop, maintain, and update training manuals and educational resources.
Coordinates in-service education and continuing development activities for technical staff.
Develops and implements task analyses and competency evaluation tools.
Communicates performance expectations and departmental standards to technicians and monitors adherence to established requirements.
Supports staff development initiatives and promotes a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Assists in maintaining compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
Qualifications
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] - Generic - HR Only required
Pharmacy Technician Certification [CPhT] - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required
Experience
Pharmacy Technician Experience 3-5 years required and 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$70,990.40 - $101,202.40/Annual
Grade
7
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
