Chemotherapy Pharmacy Technician

About the position

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development. Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and timely prepares all chemotherapy medications, including IV medications, under the direct supervision of the pharmacist as per policy and regulation.
• Compounds IV/chemotherapy medications in a cleanroom environment according to USP 797 and USP 800 standards.
• Completes expired medication inspections.
• Answers phones to assist in dispensing questions.
• Ensures all medications are properly delivered.
• Breaks down wholesaler order, completes receipt documentation and stocks in designated location.
• Maintain organization of storage areas/storeroom and ensures ordering replacement stock as required based on patient usage and par levels.
• Functionally uses the hospital information systems.

Requirements

• Hospital pharmacy and/or IV admixture experience required.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Current NJ registration (or eligible on hire).
• Must register with the NJ Board of Pharmacy during the first 10 days of employment.
• Must complete the registration with the NJ Board of Pharmacy and become an active registered Pharmacy Technician within 180 days of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Chemotherapy experience preferred.
• Pharmacy Technician National Certification (PTCB) - preferred.
• Completion of basic pharmaceutical calculations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.
• Attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.