Chemotherapy Prep Technician Apprentice - Full Time - Wolf River
About The Position
The Chemotherapy Prep Technician Apprentice is an entry-level pharmacy technician position designed to prepare individuals for advancement into the Chemotherapy Prep Technician I role through a structured apprenticeship program. The apprentice will complete a required apprenticeship program over a specific time frame consisting of on-the-job training, competency assessments, and progressive sterile compounding responsibilities under the direct supervision of qualified pharmacists and experienced chemotherapy preparation technicians. The apprentice is not considered fully qualified to independently prepare hazardous sterile preparations until all required competencies have been successfully completed and competency requirements for promotion have been met. Successful completion of the apprenticeship does not automatically guarantee promotion. Advancement to Chemotherapy Prep Technician I requires successful completion of all apprenticeship requirements, demonstrated competency, satisfactory performance evaluations, and departmental staffing needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- PTCB certification or equivalent
- State Board of Pharmacy registration in the state in which work is performed
- Strong organization and follow-up skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and efficiently
- Ability to analyze situations and respond in a timely manner
- Ability to participate in multi-functional teams
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within West Cancer Center
- Proficiency in computer applications including word processing and email
- Basic mathematics skills including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing in all units of measure
- Knowledge of medication and dose measurement
- Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology
- Reliability with a keen eye for detail
Nice To Haves
- Hospital, infusion, or sterile compounding experience
Responsibilities
- Complete a structured apprenticeship program
- Participate in all required apprenticeship education and competency activities
- Perform daily pharmacy operational tasks
- Assist with preparation and staging of supplies for sterile compounding
- Stock pharmacy inventory and maintain adequate supply levels
- Restock IV preparation areas
- Assist with inventory management
- Rotate inventory and monitor expiration dates
- Maintain required pharmacy logs
- Assist with environmental cleaning activities
- Maintain cleanroom supplies
- Assist with crash cart, extravasation kit, and emergency supply maintenance
- Perform barcode verification activities as assigned
- Assist pharmacists with workflow preparation activities
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
