Advanced Pharmacy Technician, Oncology -Full-Time-Onsite

Holy Name; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical coverage with strong

Dental and vision plans

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

On-site parking

Job summary

Holy Name is a New Jersey Catholic health system with a 361-bed hospital, a renowned cancer center, and comprehensive services. The Advanced Pharmacy Tech will prepare and dispense chemotherapy and sterile products, ensuring safety, accuracy, and compliance with USP 797, while supporting infusion therapy operations and cross-training staff.

With a dedication to compassionate care, this role requires attention to detail, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to quality

Qualifications

• High School or Equivalent required.
• 1-3 years hospital or compounding pharmacy experience with chemo prep.
• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech and NJ Board of Pharmacy registration required upon hire.
• PTCB or NHA certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy sterile preparations according to policy.
• Display knowledge of drug nomenclature, dosage forms, strengths, and concentrations.
• Maintain compliance with sterile procedures (USP 797) and aseptic technique.
• Handle medications safely with proper storage and error prevention; report concerns.
• Lead sterile preparation team, oversee hood maintenance and workflow.
• Assist with billing data capture and training of staff on IT applications.
• Attend Infusion Therapy Team meetings.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Advanced Pharmacy Tech, Oncology

Welcome to Holy Name, a medical center where innovation is not just a goal - it's a commitment. Here, medical excellence thrives, allowing hope to reign supreme and leaving no room for fear. At our hospital, every patient is cared for with undivided attention - because healing every soul is our sole focus.

Holy Name is New Jersey's only independent Catholic health system, comprising a 361-bed acute care hospital, a renowned cancer center, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a residential hospice, a prestigious nursing school, and an extensive physician network. Healing at Holy Name goes beyond medicine and technology - it is infused with faith, conviction, compassion, and a commitment to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals through a variety of residency and educational programs. Our mission to provide care for the body, mind, and soul spans education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and overall wellness. This is at the core of who we are and what we do, and we've done it this way across generations, every single day, for nearly 100 years. Every innovation, medical breakthrough, and groundbreaking treatment is powered by some of the best minds in medicine, ensuring nothing is left on the table or the road to recovery.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for all aspects of preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy sterile preparations according to Pharmacy policy and procedure.

What you will do

• Displays knowledge of drug nomenclature, dosage forms, strengths, concentrations, etc.
• Displays expertise in the areas of compliance and competence regarding standard procedures for preparing sterile products including departmental policies, aseptic technique, USP 797, documentation, safety precautions, MIC chambers, etc.
• Handles medications in a safe manner to ensure proper storage conditions, avoidance of dispensing errors, tracking of delivery via closed loop system and reports safety or procedural concerns when necessary
• Familiar with and utilization of drug references to obtain necessary drug specific information pertaining to dispensing, preparation, storage, etc of medications
• Displays competence regarding mathematical calculations required for accurate dispensing of pharmaceutical preparations for all medication administration routes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of chemotherapy ordering and dosing sufficient to provide a third check of the preparation against the original order.
• Acts as sterile preparation team leader including oversight of hood maintenance, daily work flow, & through put.
• Familiar with billing requirements as they pertain to capture of data to ensure maximum reimbursement. Training of cross covering staff technicians on the use of related information technology applications.
• Attends assigned meetings and teams and contributes supporting success to the Infusion Therapy Team.

Education Qualifications

• High School
• or Equivalent
• required

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years
• Minimum 1 year hospital or compounding pharmacy. Previous chemo prep
• less than 1 year
• Previous chemo prep

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Detail-oriented and ability to work in a consistent, methodical manner.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech
• NJ Board of Pharmacy Registration,
• Upon Hire
• required
• PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech
• PTCB or NHA certification
• Upon Hire
• required

Benefits and Compensation

• At Holy Name, we believe in rewarding every team member with more than a paycheck-we invest in your future and well-being. Full-time and part-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life. We offer low-cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions, dental and vision plans, discounted prescriptions, and access to on-site child care.
• Additional benefits include 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, legal and voluntary coverage options, life insurance, and free on-site parking.
• Pay Range: $49,490.00-$59,280.00

Holy Name is a mission-driven facility whose quality standards and philosophy are rooted in the principles of its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. Those principles are exercised daily by the Medical Center's dedicated and talented staff members. Holy Name is an Equal Opportunity Employer.