Chemotherapy Pharmacy Technician
MedMatch
- Sterling Heights, MI
- $20.00-22.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist in the preparation of chemotherapy and other cancer-related medications. While direct administration to patients is not required, ensuring accurate and safe preparation is essential.
- Monitor inventory levels and manage supplies, including conducting both electronic and manual checks to ensure accuracy and prevent shortages.
- Utilize the nucleus system for generating reports and also perform manual checks to verify report accuracy.
- Calculate pharmacological mass as required for medication preparation, ensuring precise dosing.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring that all operations comply with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
- Minimum 1-year experience as a pharmacy technician, with required experience in oncology IV mixing of chemotherapy drugs. Biotherapy certification is highly desirable.
- Certification as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) is preferred but not mandatory. Candidates must demonstrate relevant experience in pharmacy operations, including proficiency in the preparation of chemotherapy medications.
- Competency in using pharmacy information systems and software is essential, along with a basic understanding of pharmacy law and medical terminology.
- High school diploma or equivalent; further education in pharmacy technology or a related field is a plus.
- Strong capabilities in offering comfort and support to oncology patients, with excellent communication skills.
- Exceptional ability to prioritize tasks in a demanding healthcare environment.
- A focus on precision in the preparation and handling of medications.
- Ability to solve problems independently or as part of a team in a sensitive healthcare setting.
- Openness to learning and adapting to new developments in oncology treatment and pharmacy practices.
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