ADMIXTURE TECHNICIAN - FULL TIME

About the role

This position involves the reconstitution of chemo medications and other related medications, with a focus on sterile preparation, inventory management, and supporting the infusion area.

Essential Functions

• Reconstitute Chemo Medications and other Chemo related medications
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of simple calculations involved in the preparation of admixtures
• Practice aseptic technique to ensure that the sterile product is free from contamination
• Demonstrate appropriate manipulation technique within the biosafety cabinet
• Maintain cleanliness within the chemotherapy preparation area
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Lynx Mobile dispensing system and utilize its function as an inventory control system as well as a charging system
• Demonstrate an understanding of the admixture queue within IntelliDose as it relates to the daily planning of chemotherapy treatment preparation
• Maintain inventory of oncology products, as well as all of the supplies, used in the preparation of admixtures and administrations
• Promptly and properly store medications and supplies once they have been received in the clinic
• Utilize IV verification system in the rehydration of Chemo Medications and other related Chemo Medications
• Utilize clinical resources to ensure proper dosing and administration
• Manage drug inventory via pharmacy inventory system; monitor to reduce overstock
• Maintain Biohazard Safety Cabinet for daily use and preventive maintenance schedule
• Review daily treatment schedule and assess drug availability
• Maintain QA records of equipment – refrigerator, freezer, eyewash station, etc.
• Restock supplies required for infusion area
• Order supplies for infusion area and maintain counts in inventory management system; is aware of cost containment and strives for efficiency
• Check emergency drug box for expiration dates and replacement as needed

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Standing for long periods of time (8 hrs)
• Walking for long periods of time (8 hrs)
• Sitting for extended periods (8 hrs)
• Must be able to bend, stoop and reach/lift above your head
• Sight: must be able to read documentation in a variety of formats such as items in print or electronically and must be able to visualize patient condition
• Auditory: must be able to hear to clearly communicate with others
• Must have the ability to handle equipment and/or devices related to job duties such as enter documentation within computer system
• Proper body mechanics will be used when moving or lifting any equipment or supplies

Requirements

• Previous IV admixture experience
• High school graduate
• National or state certification as a pharmacy technician
• Experience in admixture preparation via a hospital or home infusion environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician (State Certification preferred)
• Basic skills in mathematics
• Skilled in teamwork in the workplace
• Previous oncology experience desired