Admixture Tech II

Florida Cancer Specialists•New Port Richey, FL

About The Position

The Admixture Tech II performs complex technical work preparing hazardous and nonhazardous agents under the supervision of the dispensing practitioner. The role requires sterile product preparation techniques, knowledge of biological safety cabinets, and familiarity with antineoplastic and cytotoxic agents and the precautions required to handle them. Technicians are expected to maintain productivity and performance while contributing to patient care. The position also manages medication and clinical-supply ordering and inventory, and coordinates with Physicians, Nursing, Pharmacy Operations, Financial Counselors, and Procurement to obtain special-order medications. Admixture Tech floats travel to meet clinic needs, with travel expectations of 75%–100% weekly, and must comply with the company’s Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Professional pharmacy technician certification or equivalent.
At least one year of experience as a pharmacy or admixture technician.
Critical-thinking, problem-solving, analytical, decision-making, planning, time-management, and organizational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to exercise independent judgment.
Interpersonal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict-management skills, delegation skills, and diversity awareness.
Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills; active listening; English fluency; and ability to communicate with a variety of people.
Customer focus and ability to collaborate and maintain positive employee, physician, and community relations.
Ability to manage time, competing priorities, stress, and professional development; work independently with limited supervision; and work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Willingness to travel occasionally to educational and research meetings and training sessions.
Medical terminology knowledge and attention to detail.
Floats must travel to meet clinic needs, with a stated travel expectation of 75%–100% weekly, and comply with the company Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Pharmacy or admixture technician experience in a clinical setting.
IV sterile admixture experience.

Responsibilities

Review medication orders for accuracy, determine the products needed, and evaluate their suitability.
Calculate appropriate drug measurements for ordered medication admixtures.
Prepare prescribed sterile and non-sterile medications accurately and promptly.
Properly don and doff garb and personal protective equipment (PPE) for aseptic preparation and to prevent contamination.
Understand the appropriate use and limitations of selected PPE.
Maintain required records and logs, including those for clinical research trials, compassionate and non-billable drugs, waste manifests, cleaning, drug temperatures, controlled substances, and eyewash stations.
Order, stock, and dispense medical supplies and drugs.
Manage inventory through ordering, dispensing, auditing, storage, and reconciliation to support patient safety, reduce waste, and preserve product integrity.
Complete education and training required by the organization and applicable state, federal, and regulatory agencies.
Handle and dispose of hazardous drugs and waste according to applicable regulations, including USP <797>, USP <800>, OSHA, NIOSH, and environmental protection requirements.
Assess temperature-monitoring systems and track temperatures of ambient and refrigerated drugs.
Document and report drug loss, communicate clinic charges, and initiate drug replacement or reimbursement.
Coordinate with departments such as Patient Financial Navigators and Procurement to track and order patient medications and minimize interruptions in care.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient and employee information.
Travel to clinics as needed if assigned as a float, with travel expectations of 75%–100% weekly.
Perform other assigned duties and projects and support the team and FCS.