Admixture Tech II

Florida Cancer Specialists•Boca Raton, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Admixture Tech II at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is responsible for performing complex technical skills in preparing hazardous and nonhazardous agents under the supervision of a dispensing practitioner. This role requires expertise in sterile product preparation techniques, a thorough understanding of biological safety cabinets, and knowledge of antineoplastic/cytotoxic agents, including necessary handling precautions. Admixture Techs are expected to maintain high productivity and performance, contributing significantly to total patient care. Key responsibilities include maintaining the ordering and inventory of medications and clinical supplies, and acting as a liaison between Physicians, Nursing, Pharmacy Operations, Financial Counselors, and Procurement to obtain special order medications. FCS, established in 1984, is a nationally recognized leader in cancer care with over 250 physicians and nearly 100 locations, committed to providing world-class care through innovative clinical research and advanced treatments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Professional pharmacy technician certification (or equivalent).
Minimum of one year experience as a pharmacy or admixture technician.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Proficiency in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Must be willing to travel occasionally to educational and research meetings as well as training sessions.
Compliance with the company Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy is required (for floats).
Medical terminology and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
IV sterile admixture experience.
Experience preferably in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

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.