Mixing Pharmacist

OneOncology•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is hiring a Mixing Pharmacist in Manhattan, NY. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The pharmacist prepares chemotherapy, biologic, and other medications for patient care, supports medication and supply inventory, maintains required documentation, and follows applicable safety and compounding standards. The position works with patients and the medical team in a collaborative, fast-paced setting and may require travel between NYCBS locations. The pharmacist prepares chemotherapeutic and biologic medications using aseptic technique; verifies patient information and physician orders; and calculates and verifies appropriate dosages and volumes. The role also includes medication inventory management, supply ordering and restocking, hood cleaning and maintenance assistance, and accurate temperature and medication logs. The pharmacist follows USP 797/800 guidelines and OSHA and NIOSH guidance for hazardous drug handling and disposal, and uses appropriate personal protective equipment and safety devices. NYCBS offers a competitive salary starting at $63 per hour, based on experience; health, dental, and vision insurance effective on day one; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) plan with company contributions; paid time off and eight paid holidays (including two floating holidays); and professional development and growth opportunities.

Requirements

Licensed Pharmacist.
Proficient in USP 797/800 regulatory guidelines.
Knowledge of hazardous drugs and safe handling precautions.
Knowledge of pharmacy terminology and calculations.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while also working in a self-directed role.
Strong interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and healthcare professionals.
Experience with electronic medical records (EMRs).
Attention to detail and professional conduct.
Reliable transportation to travel between NYCBS locations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Organized, detail-oriented, and dedicated to helping people.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a pharmacist.
Hospital or outpatient infusion setting experience, including IV compounding of chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy infusions.
Previous oncology experience with chemotherapy or IV experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare chemotherapeutic and biologic medications under aseptic technique.
Verify patient information and confirm that medications to be prepared match physician orders.
Perform and verify mathematical calculations to determine appropriate drug dosage and volume.
Manage medication inventory using a Nucleus Inventory Management Cabinet or comparable system.
Assist with cleaning and maintaining the hood and surrounding areas.
Assist with ordering supplies and medications, and receive and restock medications.
Handle and dispose of hazardous drugs and waste materials according to OSHA and NIOSH guidelines.
Maintain medication control documentation, including lot numbers.
Admix drugs as ordered by a physician accurately and in a timely manner according to departmental guidelines.
Prepare drugs in accordance with USP 797/800 guidelines.
Maintain accurate temperature logs and logs for hazardous and non-hazardous drugs.
Use appropriate PPE, ventilation equipment, and other safety devices according to manufacturer and organizational guidelines.
Properly dispose of materials used when mixing chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy medications.
Travel between NYCBS locations as needed.