Certified Pharmacy Technician III-Hematology/Oncology

Dartmouth Health • Lebanon, NH

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About The Position

The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Pharmacy seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician to join our Outpatient Hematology/Oncology team. Working in the Dartmouth Cancer Center in Lebanon, NH, the Certified Pharmacy Technician III works under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist to perform routine and specialized technical and clerical duties for drug distribution to patients, including sterile compounding, stocking Omnicells, and maintaining a clean working environment. This individual has excellent customer service skills and is able to function independently within their scope of responsibility. The incumbent is able to demonstrate leadership skills on a day to day basis. This job builds on the responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician Certified II. This is a Full Time 40/hr week benefited position. Day shift schedule.

Requirements

• Associates degree in a health or related field, with 1 year of pharmacy experience, or the equivalent in education and experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with accuracy.
• Ability to multitask and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful situations.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the NH Board of Pharmacy required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification required.
• BLS Certification required within 30 days of hire for Pharmacy Technicians in the Retail or Specialty Pharmacy if required to administer immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Answers Phones.
• Prepares prescription and non-prescription medication and/or devices.
• Stocks and replenishes stock locations and automated dispensing machines and/or robots.
• Serves as a preceptor and assists with orienting and training of pharmacy department staff.
• Provides CII oversight.
• Communicates supply issues, problems or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
• Assists with workflow management.
• Prepares intravenous admixtures or other sterile drug products in accordance with USP chapters and under supervision of a licensed Pharmacist.
• Prepares or compounds non-sterile drug products in accordance with USP chapters and under supervision of a licensed Pharmacist.
• Utilizes closed system transfer devices to limit potential exposure of the environment to hazardous medications.
• Follows investigational protocols in the preparation of study medications, maintains records of preparation, stability, and dispenses as required.
• Maintains the hardware and software of the department's multiple computer systems.

Benefits

• Employees hired to work at least 0.50 FTE (20 hours per week) and their eligible dependents may participate in Dartmouth Health benefit plans on the employee's first day of employment.
• Medical Insurance: Two medical plans available through Anthem BC/BS.
• Retirement: Employee contributions are vested immediately with a biweekly matching contribution of 50% on up to 4% of pay saved.
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off is accrued per pay period based on hours worked, including six paid holidays.
• Shift Differential: 10% evening, 20% night, and 15% weekend shift differentials when applicable.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $3,000 per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree