Clinical Pharmacy Technician
PIEDMONT CANCER INSTITUTE · Atlanta, GA · 2 days ago
Healthcare$25/hrFull-time
About the role
Piedmont Cancer Institute (PCI) delivers exceptional cancer care built on a foundation of Compassion, Innovation, Communication, and Integrity. Our team includes 17 physicians, 20 Advanced Practice Providers, and support staff across 6 locations, united in our commitment to excellence. At PCI, we blend cutting-edge treatments with deep clinical expertise and genuine compassion to offer truly comprehensive care. A career at PCI offers more than a paycheck—it’s a place where purpose meets passion, where connection fuels collaboration, and where your work makes a lasting impact.
Responsibilities
- Provide pharmacy-related care for patients with hematology and oncology conditions in accordance with PCI policies, standards of practice, and prescribed workflows.
- Work with clinical and support staff to ensure safe, effective, quality person-centered care.
- Perform independent order verification for chemotherapy and immunotherapy orders.
- Prepare intravenous medications using aseptic technique in an accurate and timely manner.
- Follow protocols for the safe handling of biohazardous materials, sharps, and hazardous drugs.
- Demonstrate mathematical skills required to calculate and prepare dilutions, reconstitutions, and compounded products.
- Use Electronic Inventory Control Cabinet and Software to dispense medications and track waste and inventory.
- Recognize inconsistencies in medication orders, drug order reports, or deviations from practice policies and report these to the Director of Clinical Pharmacy Operations or Senior Leadership Team.
- Order supplies and drugs for infusion and admixture areas by analyzing stock levels and adjusting to practice needs.
- Clean and decontaminate primary and secondary engineering controls on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
- Check and record temperatures on daily log compliant with USP 797 or 800 guidelines.
- Maintain documentation for inventory control of samples and controlled substances.
- Perform monthly inventory and inspect for expired medications.
- Serve as a liaison to third-party organizations to coordinate medication, supply, or equipment maintenance, delivery, or return.
- Communicate effectively with patients, care partners, healthcare team members, and third-party agents or organizations.
- Serve as a resource to colleagues and as a preceptor to new employees as directed by pharmacy leadership.
- Maintain a safe, clean work environment and manage time effectively.
- Utilize resources responsibly with a focus on cost containment.
- Accept personal responsibility for professional development and growth.
- Display willingness and flexibility to travel to other areas and locations as needed.
- Complete prior authorizations for oral chemotherapy and supportive care medications.
- Respect and maintain confidential information, demonstrating proficiency in HIPAA concepts.
- Attend prescribed classes and trainings as required by the organization and clinical department.
- Perform related work as directed by management.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Pharmacy technician license through Georgia Board of Pharmacy.
- Certification with Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Physical Requirements
- Lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent standing and walking; periods of prolonged sitting.
- Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing) and fine motor skills (IV starts, venipuncture, injections).
- Environmental exposures may include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, and patient care/handling injuries.
- Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Pay
From $25.00 per hour