Job Details
Job Location: Towson Office - Towson, MD
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $23.00 - $27.50 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Category: Pharmaceutical
Description
Are you interested in making a difference in patient care? Learn about our unique culture of respect, growth, innovation, the best patient care, and how we give back to the community.
At United Urology Group, our employees are at the heart of our mission and have incredible opportunities to impact our patients' lives with their urologic care.
- We foster a culture that thrives on compassion, teamwork, integrity, and diversity, all of which start with our staff!
- We deliver a cohesive approach to urologic care that provides patients with access to experienced specialists, a superb team of healthcare professionals, and the most advanced technology for patient treatments and therapies.
- We offer competitive salaries and a great work/life balance: enjoy your weekends!
- UUG offers outstanding benefits, including tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, corporate discounts, and much more!
United Urology Group is regarded as the leading urology network in the country. Our Affiliates include Chesapeake Urology, Arizona Urology—Phoenix & Scottsdale, Arizona Urology—Tucson, Colorado Urology, and Tennessee Urology.
Position Summary:
The Admixture Assistant is primarily responsible for preparing hazardous medications with precision and in adherence to strict guidelines and safety protocols.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide the highest quality of care and services to improve the lives of patients living with cancer and their caregivers.
- Accurately check all orders for complete information, calculate correct dosages, and admix medications as ordered by physician following established guidelines and protocols.
- Perform daily inventories of medications, including narcotics, and report discrepancies, shortages, and overages and maintain appropriate records.
- Perform and document twice daily cleaning and ensure routine maintenance and certification of the biologic safety cabinet (BSC) and laminar flow hood (LFH).
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous medications and contaminated materials in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintain supply and drug inventory including, but not limited to, supply ordering, receiving and restocking supplies and medications, packing slip record keeping, and monthly expiration date management.
- Comply with rules, regulations, and procedures to maintain cleanliness and organization of mixing areas.
- Understand and adhere to all practice, state, and federal rules, regulations, and procedures, including but not limited to HIPAA.
- Maintain all records as required by state and federal regulations.
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned to help drive our mission of delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care in our community, for our community, and by oncologists who live in our community.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Competencies:
- Active and in-good-standing Pharmacy Technician License in the applicable state of practice.
- Computer skills required: Electronic medical records systems, pharmacy systems, Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge and understanding of aseptic techniques and procedures, including hazardous drug admixture.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology.
- Proficient mathematical skills.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail essential.
- Ability to work effectively with all departments, vendors, and consultants.
- Oncology experience preferred.
Direct Reports:
Travel:
- No travel is required for this position.
Physical Requirements for the Job:
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive hand/arm movements.
- Manual dexterity and fine motor control required for syringe preparation and labeling.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to wear the required PPE for hazardous drug handling.
Equal Opportunity Employer: United Urology Group and its affiliate practices are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
The successful candidate(s) for any UUG position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
Actual compensation offered to candidates is based on work experience, education, skill level, and geographic location. Compensation may vary depending on the state or region in which the position is located, in accordance with applicable laws. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis until the role is filled. There is no specific application deadline.