Pharmacy Admixture Tech

US Oncology Network • Arlington Heights, IL

258d • $20 - $25

About The Position

Pharmacy Admixture Technician -Full-Time Monday through Friday - Arlington Heights, IL. Under direct supervision within a licensed pharmacy, performs the technical, nonjudgemental aspects of medication preparation, distribution, record keeping and inventory control. Tasks are subject to sequential or final verification by a registered nurse or a clinical staff. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Specific state law may regulate that only licensed individuals perform compounding or mixing responsibilities. As a result, certain incumbents are prohibited from said tasks.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Entry level to three years experience in a pharmacy.
• Knowledge in compliance with USP797, USP800 and USP 795 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision of a clinical team member.
• Works within US Oncology Network guidelines and protocols. Checks all orders for completeness of information. Verifies patient information and proper physician authorization.
• Under direct supervision, admixes drugs as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner as per department guidelines, and preparing all drugs within OSHA guidelines and USP 797/800 standards.
• Calculates correct dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents. Assists in counting drugs weekly and maintain records.
• Properly disposes all materials used when mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs. Assists in cleaning hoods daily, checking drugs monthly for outdates and other quality assurance activities as assigned.
• Assists in keeping accurate temperature logs, accurate logs on all protocol drugs and patient assistance drugs.
• Maintains proper control documentation of medications including lot numbers and expiration dates. Provide support with inventory control of medications, preparing labels, and billing. Basic data entry into department automation.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401(k)
• Healthcare Savings Account
• Generous PTO Package
• Health and Wellness Perks Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED