Admixture Tech II

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute-posted 1 day ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Sarasota, FL

1,001-5,000 employees

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The Admixture Tech II is responsible for performing a variety of complex technical skills and functions in preparing hazardous and nonhazardous agents under the supervision of the dispensing practitioner. To carry out the assignments of this position, the technician must possess techniques in sterile product preparation, a thorough understanding of the principles of biological safety cabinets, and a knowledge base of antineoplastic/cytotoxic agents, including the precautions needed in the handling of these products. Admixture Techs are expected to maintain a high degree of productivity and performance while being extremely sensitive to the specific contribution of total patient care. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the ordering and inventory of medications and clinical supplies and acting as a liaison between Physicians, Nursing, Pharmacy Operations, Financial Counselors, and Procurement in obtaining special order medications.

Review medication orders to ensure accuracy, ascertain the products needed, and evaluate their suitability.
Perform mathematical calculations to determine appropriate drug measurements for the admixture of ordered medications.
Responsible for preparing sterile and non-sterile medications as ordered by the prescriber in an accurate and timely manner.
Perform proper donning and doffing of garb to ensure aseptic preparation of hazardous and non-hazardous drugs.
Understand the appropriate use and limitations of any selected Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure it functions properly.
Responsible for adequately donning and doffing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to prevent damage and reduce the spread of contamination.
Responsible for maintaining necessary records and logs including, but not limited to, clinical research trials, compassionate and non-billable drugs, waste manifests, biological safety cabinet cleaning, mixing room cleaning, refrigerated and ambient drug temperatures, controlled substances, and eye wash stations.
Responsible for ordering, stocking, and dispensing medical supplies and drugs.
Responsible for proper inventory management, including ordering, dispensing, auditing, storage, and reconciliation, to ensure patient safety, reduce waste, and product integrity.
Responsible for completing all education and training required by organization, state, federal, and regulatory agencies.
Properly handle and dispose of hazardous drugs and waste materials following state and federal regulations, including but not limited to USP <797>, USP <800>, OSHA, NIOSH, and State and Federal Departments of Environmental Protection.
Responsible for assessing temperature monitoring systems and tracking the accurate temperature of all ambient and refrigerated drugs.
Document and report drug loss, communicate clinic charges and initiate drug replacement/reimbursement.
Collaborate with various departments (i.e., Patient Financial Navigators, Procurement) to track and order all patient's drugs to minimize interruption in patient care.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned by Pharmacy Operations Supervisor and Pharmacy Operations Manager.
Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
Additional tasks as needed to support team and FCS.
Admixture Tech floats are required to travel to meet clinic needs. Travel expectations for floats will be 75%-100% weekly.
Compliance with the company Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy is required.

High school diploma or equivalent, required.
Professional pharmacy technician certification (or equivalent), required; preferably Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Minimum of one year experience as a pharmacy or admixture technician, preferably in a clinical setting.
Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem-solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management, and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.
Communication Skills : Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation) is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback. Fluency in the English language as well as strong communication skills to interact with a wide variety of personalities
Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness, and operational excellence through best practices, collaboration, and partnerships, as well as maintain positive employee, physician, and community relations.
Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.
Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
Travel: Must be willing to travel occasionally to educational and research meetings as well as training sessions.
Standard Workdays/Hours (specify weekends and call requirements): Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Medical terminology and attention to detail, required.

College degree, preferred.
IV sterile admixture experience, preferred.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

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