Pharmacy/Admixture Technician

The US Oncology Network • Waconia, MN

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Minnesota Oncology is seeking a Pharmacy/Admixture Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing technical, nonjudgmental aspects of medication preparation, distribution, record keeping, and inventory control under the direct supervision of a physician within a clinic admixture room. Tasks are subject to verification by a registered nurse or pharmacist. The position supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 2-3 years of pharmacy technician or other related health care experience
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, pharmacy calculations, and related medical technology

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from VoTech Pharmacy Technician Program
• Certified Pharmacy Technician Certificate or State Pharmacy Board Preferred (If not certified at hiring, certification with the first year of employment will be required)
• Intravenous drug and Chemotherapy compounding experience

Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision of a physician.
• 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 interoffice guidelines.
• Calculates correct dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents.
• Assists in counting controlled 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.
• Provide support with inventory control of medications.
• Prepares labels.
• Files and prepares billing.
• Basic data entry into department automation.
• Ordering of medication and supplies as directed.
• Assist with required cleaning and maintenance of the admix area and the pharmacy department in general to minimize particle counts and improve overall sanitation.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Free Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
• 401k plan with company contribution
• Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
• Free Parking
• Career Growth and Development
• Supportive Team and Resources

What This Job Offers

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