Pharmacy/Admixture Tech Sr
About The Position
Texas Oncology is hiring a Pharmacy/Admixture Technician to support its McAllen, Texas location. The position may be classified as Level 1, Level 2, or Senior based on the candidate’s experience. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Under the direct supervision of a physician or registered pharmacist, the technician works in a clinic admixture room or licensed pharmacy. The role performs technical, non-judgmental tasks related to medication preparation, distribution, record keeping, and inventory control. Tasks are subject to sequential or final verification by a registered nurse or registered pharmacist. State laws may restrict compounding or mixing responsibilities to licensed individuals, so some employees may not perform those tasks. The role supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Level 1: Entry-level to three years of pharmacy experience.
- Level 2: Three to five years of pharmacy experience with IV skills, in addition to Level 1 requirements.
- Level Senior: Five to seven years of pharmacy experience with IV skills, in addition to Level 1 and Level 2 requirements.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, reading and noting measurements, and occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Corrected vision and hearing to the normal range.
Nice To Haves
- IV certification preferred for Level 2.
- Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended for Level 2.
- Oncology background or extensive IV preparation experience preferred for the Senior level.
- Completion of an ASCP-accredited program or community college-based program recommended for the Senior level.
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision.
- Check orders for completeness, verify patient information, and confirm proper physician authorization.
- Admix medications as ordered by a physician accurately and promptly, following department, OSHA, and interoffice guidelines.
- Calculate dosage volumes and convert between metric and apothecary equivalents.
- Assist with controlled-substance record keeping in accordance with practice guidelines and state and federal regulations.
- Dispose of materials used in mixing chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy IVs in accordance with practice guidelines and state and federal law.
- Clean hoods daily, check medications monthly for expiration, and perform and document other quality-assurance activities.
- Maintain accurate temperature logs and logs for protocol and patient-assistance drugs.
- Manage inventory and document quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates as 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 maintaining the admixture area and pharmacy department in accordance with state rules and USP compliance.
- Adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Generous paid time off program
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Wellness program with rewards for healthy lifestyle practices
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts on select retailers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
