Oncology Infusion Pharmacy Tech III, Avon

University Hospitals • Cleveland, OH

7h

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician 3 is accountable for assisting pharmacists in the retrieval, processing, preparation, and distribution of medications for patient administration. The Technician 3 functions in all aspects of drug distribution that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist. All above assigned activities are performed under the supervision of a Pharmacist. The Technician 3 is responsible for the interviewing, onboarding, and/or orienting new or current staff on the daily duties and operations of the pharmacy.

Requirements

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
• At least two (2) years of experience as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (Required)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) State of Ohio CPhT license (Required)
• Understanding of metric system and basic math concepts. (Required proficiency)
• Good communication skills are essential. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of personal computer, calculator, facsimile machines. (Required proficiency)

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician program. (Preferred)
• Prior experience as a pharmacy technician in a comparable hospital or community setting (Preferred)
• Basic knowledge of pharmacy computer systems, TPN compounders, and automated dispensing cabinets. (Preferred proficiency)

Responsibilities

• Accurate preparation of patient medications including non-sterile products, sterile products (including chemotherapy and TPN).
• Accurate and timely delivery of patient specific medications.
• Inventories, replenishes, and maintains drug stock.
• Orients and trains new staff.
• Educate staff on process improvement and safety initiatives.
• Serve as a mentor and develop role models for technical staff.
• Compliance with Technician Ladder assignments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED