Pharmacy Technician - Senior

The US Oncology Network • Webster, TX

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is hiring a Pharmacy/Admixture Technician to support its Webster, Texas location. The position may be classified as Level 1, Level 2, or Senior based on the candidate’s experience. The technician works under the direct supervision of a physician or registered pharmacist in a clinic admixture room or licensed pharmacy, performing technical, non-judgmental duties related to medication preparation and distribution, record keeping, and inventory control. Work is subject to sequential or final verification by a registered nurse or registered pharmacist. State laws may restrict compounding or mixing duties to licensed individuals. The role supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, either 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Texas Oncology describes itself as the country’s largest community oncology provider, with approximately 600 or more providers across more than 220 sites in Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Its mission is to provide high-quality, evidence-based cancer care using leading-edge technology and research, helping patients receive care in their communities.

Select roles may be eligible for the discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), which typically vests over three years and is tied to individual performance and Texas Oncology’s operational success. Awards are reviewed during the annual compensation review and are subject to continued employment through the payment date and the written terms of the plan.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent for Level 1.
• 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.
• Senior: Five to seven years of pharmacy experience with IV skills, in addition to Level 1 and Level 2 requirements.
• Perform medication-preparation and related technical work under the direct supervision of a physician or registered pharmacist; tasks are subject to verification by a registered nurse or registered pharmacist.
• Follow applicable state laws, practice guidelines, OSHA and interoffice guidelines, and state and federal regulations.
• Physical ability to perform a full range of body motion, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination; read and record measurements; sit or stand for extensive periods; and occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range and ability to read and record appropriate measurements.

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 for Senior.
• Completion of an ASCP-accredited program or community college-based program recommended for Senior.
• Technical and functional expertise, adaptability, sound judgment, work commitment, and quality commitment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision.
• Check orders for completeness and verify patient information and proper physician authorization.
• Admix medications as ordered by a physician accurately and on time, 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 or non-chemotherapy IVs according to practice guidelines and state and federal law.
• Clean hoods daily, check drugs 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 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 maintaining the admixture area and pharmacy department in accordance with state rules and USP compliance.
• Support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Generous PTO program
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Wellness program with rewards for practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on selected retailers
• Potential eligibility for the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), subject to role, performance, potential, plan terms, and continued employment

What This Job Offers

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