Admixture Tech II Float PRN

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Prescription Coverage

Vision & Dental Insurance

PTO & Leave

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute in Lake Worth, FL is seeking an Admixture Tech II to perform complex technical tasks in preparing hazardous and nonhazardous drugs under supervision. The role includes sterile and non-sterile preparation, inventory management, and collaboration with Physicians, Nursing, Pharmacy Operations, and Procurement to ensure uninterrupted patient care.

The position requires a high school diploma, a CPhT certification, at least one year of pharmacy tech

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Professional pharmacy technician certification (CPhT) from PTCB preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience as a pharmacy/admixture technician, IV sterile admixture experience preferred.
• Admixture tech floats travel 75-100% weekly.

Responsibilities

• Review medication orders to ensure accuracy, ascertain products needed, and evaluate suitability.
• Perform calculations to determine drug measurements for admixture.
• Prepare sterile and non-sterile medications as ordered by the prescriber.
• Don PPE for aseptic preparation and handle hazardous/non-hazardous drugs properly.
• Maintain records and logs for clinical research trials, waste, temperatures, and inventories.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Time Management

MS Office

Travel

Education

High School Diploma

Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Job description

WHY JOIN FCS At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages. Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

Location: Lake Worth Cancer Center. Country: United States of America.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to groundbreaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval. Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering groundbreaking new therapies to patients. Come join us today! This is a PRN float position supporting 8 clinics in Palm Beach County.

Summary

The Admixture Tech II is responsible for performing a variety of complex technical skills and functions in preparing hazardous and nonhazardous agents under the supervision of the dispensing practitioner. To carry out the assignments of this position, the technician must possess techniques in sterile product preparation, a thorough understanding of the principles of biological safety cabinets, and a knowledge base of antineoplastic/cytotoxic agents, including the precautions needed in the handling of these products. Admixture Techs are expected to maintain a high degree of productivity and performance while being extremely sensitive to the specific contribution of total patient care. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the ordering and inventory of medications and clinical supplies and acting as a liaison between Physicians, Nursing, Pharmacy Operations, Financial Counselors, and Procurement in obtaining special order medications.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review medication orders to ensure accuracy, ascertain the products needed, and evaluate their suitability.
• Perform mathematical calculations to determine appropriate drug measurements for the admixture of ordered medications.
• Responsible for preparing sterile and non-sterile medications as ordered by the prescriber in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform proper donning and doffing of garb to ensure aseptic preparation of hazardous and non-hazardous drugs.
• Understand the appropriate use and limitations of any selected Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure it functions properly.
• Responsible for adequately donning and doffing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to prevent damage and reduce the spread of contamination.
• Responsible for maintaining necessary records and logs including, but not limited to, clinical research trials, compassionate and non-billable drugs, waste manifests, biological safety cabinet cleaning, mixing room cleaning, refrigerated and ambient drug temperatures, controlled substances, and eye wash stations.
• Responsible for ordering, stocking, and dispensing medical supplies and drugs.
• Responsible for proper inventory management, including ordering, dispensing, auditing, storage, and reconciliation, to ensure patient safety, reduce waste, and product integrity.
• Responsible for completing all education and training required by organization, state, federal, and regulatory agencies.
• Properly handle and dispose of hazardous drugs and waste materials following state and federal regulations, including but not limited to USP <797>, USP <800>, OSHA, NIOSH, and State and Federal Departments of Environmental Protection.
• Responsible for assessing temperature monitoring systems and tracking the accurate temperature of all ambient and refrigerated drugs.
• Document and report drug loss, communicate clinic charges and initiate drug replacement/reimbursement.
• Collaborate with various departments (i.e., Patient Financial Navigators, Procurement) to track and order all patient’s drugs to minimize interruption in patient care.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned by Pharmacy Operations Supervisor and Pharmacy Operations Manager.
• Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
• Additional tasks as needed to support team and FCS.
• Admixture Tech floats are required to travel to meet clinic needs. Travel expectations for floats will be 75%-100% weekly.
• Compliance with the company Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy is required.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

High school diploma or equivalent, required. College degree, preferred. Professional pharmacy technician certification (or equivalent), required; preferably Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of one year experience as a pharmacy or admixture technician, preferably in a clinical setting. IV sterile admixture experience, preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem-solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management, and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.

Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.

Communication Skills: Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation) is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback. Fluency in the English language as well as strong communication skills to interact with a wide variety of personalities.

Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness, and operational excellence through best practices, collaboration, and partnerships, as well as maintain positive employee, physician, and community relations.

Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.

Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.

Travel: Must be willing to travel occasionally to educational and research meetings as well as training sessions.

Standard Workdays/Hours (specify weekends and call requirements): Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Essential Physical Requirements: Refer to last page of position description job specific for physical and mental requirements. Medical terminology and attention to detail, required.

VALUES

• Patient First – Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do
• Accountability – Taking responsibility for our actions
• Commitment & Care – Upholding FCS vision through every action
• Team – Working together, one team, one mission

Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices.

Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department.

EEOC Statement

EEOC Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Exciting Benefits for Our Team

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft
• Legal Insurance

As a Community Oncology practice, we believe all FCS staff share a responsibility to promote, encourage, and model healthy lifestyles that reduce the likelihood of cancer. In support of this belief, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute is a smoke-free workplace. Being a smoke-free workplace means smoking is not permitted on any FCS Campus or Property; Employees may not smell of smoke while at work, FCS does not provide smoke breaks and there are no designated smoking areas on FCS Campus or Property.