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Employee Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day - 8 hour shift (United States of America)

Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health!

Oncology Pharmacy Technician (Certified)

Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our Tidelands Health team. As our region's largest health care provider, we are also one of our area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 Tidelands Health locations bring our healing mission to life each day.

A Brief Overview

Under the supervision of a pharmacist, the Oncology Pharmacy Technician must be able to perform complex compounding of chemotherapeutic agents, refill and load Pyxis, assist in managing Pyxis maintenance, including troubleshooting, and optimization of Pyxis inventory levels, precept Pharmacy Tech Students, participate in applied education of Pharmacy Students, assist in data collection, and policy revisions as necessary, assist with USP 797 and USP 800 compliance including cleaning of sterile compounding rooms, involved in departmental projects such as Pharmacy week, Health Fairs, etc., and perform various clerical duties as assigned. The Oncology Pharmacy Technician agrees to support the goals, objectives, and proper function of the department and Tidelands Health to provide positive patient outcomes while maintaining patient confidentiality. The Oncology Pharmacy Technician will comply with the policies, laws, regulations, and standards that govern the practice of pharmacy as well as those of Tidelands Health. The candidate will maintain an appropriate level of competency to perform the job duties as required by the department, Tidelands Health and any regulatory agencies. The Oncology Pharmacy Technician will assist Pharmacy Leadership in their duties to maximize the performance of the department and to implement and improve the pharmacy department, the hospital system, and the community at large. Duties delegated by leadership will be accurately and promptly completed.

What you will do

+ Processes are followed to ensure the proper deactivation, decontamination, cleaning, and disinfecting of the sterile compounding areas in accordance with USP 797 and USP 800 standards.

+ Aseptic techniques are followed to ensure safety and quality of sterile products compounded within the pharmacy.

+ Perform proper calculations to ensure proper dose and dilution of medications.

+ Actively participates/Assists in reporting and follow up of medication variances

+ Assist in developing and creating an environment that is conducive to reducing and maintaining control of Pharmacy medication related errors.

+ Completes annual medication related competencies and continuing education requirements. Provides education to pharmacy staff, students and other healthcare professionals.

+ Works with the Oncology Pharmacy Specialist and Pharmacy Billing and Compliance Technician to ensure appropriate inventory within pharmacy, Pyxis and other emergency kits.

+ Assists with medication recalls and patient assistance program as needed.

+ Places orders for supplies, PPE, and cleaning solutions through materials management.

+ Assists with pharmacy inspections to check for expired medications.

Education Qualifications

+ High School Diploma or equivalent required with specialized training in an accredited pharmacy Technician program Preferred

Experience Qualifications

+ Prior experience in sterile compounding pharmacy or infusion therapy pharmacy Required

+ Prior specific experience with preparation and administration of sterile IV compounds Required

+ Prior experience in oncology specialty infusion therapy Preferred

Skills and Abilities

+ Strong math/algebra, reading comprehension, and computer entry skills.

+ Good human relations and oral/written communication skills

+ Ability to work under direct or minimal supervision and handle stress appropriately required.

+ Ability to work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff required.

+ Ability to handle frequent interruptions & adapt to changes in workload and schedule required.

+ Ability to adapt quickly & calmly to changing situations required.

+ Ability to multi-task & problem-solve required.

+ Ability to set priorities, make decisions, and respond quickly to emergency requests required.

+ Strong Patient/ Customer satisfaction skills required.

+ Good computer skills required.

+ Must possess a basic knowledge of pharmaceutical clean room maintenance, sterile medication compounding, a working knowledge of USP 797 and USP 800 standards, as well as a basic knowledge of chemotherapeutic medications and treatment standards.

+ Must be proficient in aseptic compounding technique.

+ Must be able to don and doff PPE appropriately.

+ Must have a strong background in medical terminology and be proficient in calculations.

Licenses and Certifications

+ Certified Pharmacy Technician - South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Required

+ Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Required

+ Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Preferred

Physical Demand

Medium Physical Demand

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.