Pediatric Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Technician

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

This role supports the Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell transplant division and works directly with Pharmacists, Providers, Nurse Navigators, and clinical staff. Under pharmacist supervision, the Pharmacy Technician supports pharmacy department functions that may include inventory, medication and supply preparation and distribution, compounding, medication processing, specialty medications, and medication histories.

The position assists with medication processing, including answering telephones, taking refill orders, entering orders into the system, preparing medications for pharmacist review, and preparing medications for disbursement, shipment, or delivery. Duties may also include handling, stocking, maintaining records of, and distributing supplies, as well as 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, an Indiana Pharmacy Technician License, or an intern/extern license if enrolled in an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Pharmacy Technician National 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 in typing and using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell transplant division while working with Pharmacists, Providers, Nurse Navigators, and clinical staff.
• Under pharmacist supervision, assist with inventory, preparation, distribution, compounding, processing of medications and supplies, specialty medications, and medication histories.
• Answer telephones and take refill orders.
• Enter medication orders into the system and prepare medications for pharmacist review.
• Prepare medications for disbursement, shipment, or delivery.
• Handle and stock supplies and prepackaged items, maintain inventory and records, and distribute or deliver 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 program for qualifying participants
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling at no cost
• Team member wellness program with points contributing toward a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

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