Float Pharmacy Technician

Palo Verde Hematology Oncology LTD • Scottsdale, AZ

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About The Position

Palo Verde Cancer Specialists (PVCS) is seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable Float Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacy operations across four Valley locations. The position supports oncology care teams by assisting with the preparation and dispensing of medications used in patient treatment. The technician travels between locations to provide coverage based on staffing needs and operational priorities, adapting to each site's workflows and procedures while helping maintain safe, accurate, and efficient pharmacy operations.

Requirements

• Current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification is required.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication accuracy and patient safety.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, last-minute staffing needs, and varying workflows across multiple locations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between four Valley locations as needed.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable state and federal requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a pharmacy setting is preferred.
• Experience with sterile compounding or oncology medication preparation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compound medications according to established procedures, applicable regulations, and appropriate aseptic technique.
• Receive and process medication orders from nursing staff, ensuring accuracy during preparation and dispensing.
• Retrieve medications from the Nucleus dispensing unit and prepare prescribed medications using appropriate compounding techniques.
• Label medication bags, cassettes, and other dispensing containers with the correct patient name, medication, and strength.
• Follow safety protocols and applicable pharmacy regulations when handling, preparing, and dispensing medications.
• Monitor medication inventory and maintain accurate counts of medications stored in the Nucleus dispensing unit.
• Order medications and supplies needed for daily pharmacy operations, including items used in the mixing room and nursing stations.
• Store medications and supplies appropriately according to safety requirements and established procedures.
• Communicate inventory concerns, supply shortages, and ordering needs to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the mixing room and surrounding pharmacy areas.
• Clean and maintain the vertical flow hood at the end of each shift according to established procedures.
• Follow applicable OSHA requirements, pharmacy regulations, and infection prevention and control practices.
• Support medication safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Travel between PVCS's four Valley locations to provide pharmacy technician coverage based on staffing needs and operational priorities.
• Adapt to the workflows, staffing needs, and site-specific procedures of assigned locations.
• Collaborate with pharmacy staff, nursing teams, and other colleagues to promote consistent and efficient pharmacy operations across locations.
• Perform additional pharmacy-related duties and site-specific responsibilities as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed