Pharmacy Admixture Tech II
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist working within a licensed pharmacy, the Pharmacy Admixture Tech II performs technical, nonjudgmental aspects of medication preparation, distribution, record keeping, and inventory control. Tasks are subject to sequential or final verification by a registered nurse or registered pharmacist. The position supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. State law may limit compounding or mixing responsibilities to licensed individuals, so some incumbents may not perform those tasks. The position prepares and admixes medication orders under supervision, supports medication-use processes and inventory management, and maintains documentation and quality assurance practices in accordance with department guidelines, state and federal law, and USP compliance. The general pay scale is $18.73–$28.81 per hour; the actual hiring rate depends on factors including work experience, education, responsibilities, location, and work performance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of experience in a pharmacy with I.V. skills.
- I.V. certification is preferred.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate is recommended unless required by state law.
- Full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
- Ability to read and note appropriate measurements.
- Ability to sit or stand for extensive periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs.
- Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.
Nice To Haves
- I.V. certification.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate, unless required by state law.
Responsibilities
- Prepare medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision.
- Verify orders for completeness, accuracy, and insurance approval, and ensure patient information and physician authorization are proper.
- Admix drugs as ordered by a physician accurately and promptly, following department, OSHA, and interoffice guidelines.
- Calculate dosage volumes and convert between metric and apothecary equivalents.
- Maintain the indigent patient drug program as assigned.
- Maintain current drug information and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
- Assist the lead admixture/pharmacy technician in ensuring standard drug supplies are adequate in all departments.
- Assist with controlled substance record keeping in accordance with practice guidelines and state and federal regulations.
- Dispose of materials used in mixing chemotherapy or non-chemotherapy IVs in accordance with practice guidelines and 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 and document inventory quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates when appropriate.
- Support the medication-use continuum, including label preparation, documentation, basic data entry, pre-billing review, and ordering medications and supplies as directed.
- Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the admixture area and pharmacy department in accordance with state rules and USP compliance.
- Provide guidance and training to junior staff and demonstrate leadership and mentoring within the department.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
