Pharmacy Technician 2 - Oncology Investigational Drug Services
About The Position
Prepares and delivers medications to patients and/or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in different general and specialized areas of pharmacy practice. Now is your moment to join the UVA Cancer Center Investigational Drug Services Pharmacy team—where your work can meaningfully impact patients throughout their cancer journey. About the Department The UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center is one of just 57 in the nation to hold that designation by the National Cancer Institute, and the first in Virginia. At the Cancer Center Investigational Drug Services Pharmacy, our pharmacy technicians are essential to the safe, accurate, and patient‑centered preparation of investigational intravenous (IV) and oral chemotherapy in adherence to study protocols. What We Do Pharmacy Technicians in this department: Compound IV sterile medications using aseptic technique in accordance with USP 797, USP 800, and other established practices and policies Support clinical and research workflows Collaborate with pharmacists to ensure accuracy and efficiency Document all assigned safety and quality activities in compliance with department procedures Why Join Us Be part of a high-impact pharmacy team Play a critical role in progressing clinical research for cancer therapy Grow your skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Requirements
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Experience: 6 months minimum relevant experience required
- Licensure/Certifications: Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required.
- CPhT credential through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required.
- For team members hired prior to February 1, 2020, certification as CPhT through NHA or PTCB is required by January 31, 2022.
- Physical Demands – Job requires standing for prolonged periods.
- Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills
- Attention to detail and ability to write legibly
- Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and delivers medications to patients and/or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner.
- Demonstrates the ability to competently work in different general and specialized areas of pharmacy practice.
- Compound IV sterile medications using aseptic technique in accordance with USP 797, USP 800, and other established practices and policies
- Support clinical and research workflows
- Collaborate with pharmacists to ensure accuracy and efficiency
- Document all assigned safety and quality activities in compliance with department procedures
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
