Pediatric Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Technician

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

4h

About The Position

This role supports the Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell transplant division, working directly with pharmacists, providers, nurse navigators and clinical staff. Under pharmacist supervision, the technician supports pharmacy department functions such as inventory, medication preparation, distribution, compounding, medication processing, specialty medications and medication histories. Duties include answering telephones, taking refill orders, entering orders into the system, preparing medications for pharmacist review, and preparing medications for disbursement, shipment or delivery. The role may also involve handling and delivering supplies, stocking prepackaged items, maintaining inventory and records, distributing supplies, and assisting with bulk compounding and preparation of I.V. solutions. The technician works with pharmacy staff to minimize the potential for medication errors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Indiana Pharmacy Tech-In Training status, Indiana Pharmacy Technician License, or an intern/extern license if enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification within one year of hire, unless enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy or enrolled in or graduated from an ASHP/ACPE-accredited Pharmacy Technician training program.
• Absence of criminal history related to the ability to work with drugs.
• Strong mathematical calculation skills.
• Ability to learn basic pharmacy technician skills in assigned areas and work under close supervision or clearly defined procedures.
• Ability to learn effective written and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and execute customer service skills.
• Basic proficiency typing and using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacy functions involving inventory, medication preparation, distribution, compounding, medication processing, specialty medications and medication histories under pharmacist supervision.
• Answer telephones and take refill orders.
• Enter medication orders into the system.
• Prepare medications for pharmacist check.
• Prepare medications for disbursement, shipment or delivery.
• Handle and deliver supplies, stock prepackaged items, maintain inventory and records, and distribute supplies.
• Assist with bulk compounding and preparation of I.V. solutions.
• Work with pharmacy staff to minimize the potential for medication errors.

Benefits

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program for qualifying participants who meet program requirements
• Employee Assistance Program, including counseling at no cost
• Healthy Results team member wellness programs with participation points contributing to a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

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