Pharmacy Admix Tech II- Denison

The US Oncology Network•Denison, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a Pharmacy Technician (IV Admixture) to join their team at the Denison location. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with no weekends, on-call duties, or major holidays. The specific level of the position (Level 1, 2, or Sr) will be determined by the candidate's experience. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, dedicated to making high-quality cancer care accessible in community settings. They utilize leading-edge technology and research to deliver evidence-based cancer care, aiming for "More breakthroughs. More victories." in the fight against cancer. The Pharmacy Technician (IV Admixture) works under the direct supervision of a physician or registered pharmacist in a clinic admixture room or licensed pharmacy. They perform technical, non-judgmental tasks related to medication preparation, distribution, record keeping, and inventory control. All tasks are subject to verification by a registered nurse or pharmacist. The role supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Specific state laws may restrict compounding or mixing responsibilities to licensed individuals.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Entry-level experience in a pharmacy.
Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate recommended unless required by state law.
IV sterile compounding experience highly preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience in a pharmacy with I.V. skills (for Level 2).
I.V. certification preferred (for Level 2).
Minimum five years of experience in a pharmacy with I.V. skills (for Level Sr).
Oncology background preferred or extensive I.V. preparation experience (for Level Sr).
Completion of an ASHP accredited program or community college-based program recommended (for Level Sr).

Nice To Haves

Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate
IV sterile compounding experience
I.V. certification
Oncology background
Extensive I.V. preparation experience
Completion of an ASHP accredited program or community college-based program

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision.
Check all orders for completeness and verify patient information and proper physician authorization.
Admix drugs as ordered by a physician in an accurate and timely manner, adhering to department, OSHA, and interoffice guidelines.
Calculate correct dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents.
Assist in controlled substance record keeping in accordance with practice guidelines, state and federal regulations.
Dispose of materials used in mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs in accordance with practice guidelines, state and federal law.
Clean hoods daily, check drugs monthly for outdates, and perform and document other quality assurance activities.
Maintain accurate temperature logs and logs for protocol and patient assistance drugs.
Manage inventory appropriately, including proper documentation of inventory quantities, lot numbers and expiration dating when appropriate.
Provide support across the medication use continuum including label preparation, documentation perform basic data entry and pre-billing review, , and order medications and supplies as directed.
Assist with required cleaning and maintenance of the admixture area and the pharmacy department in accordance with state rules and USP compliance.