Chemotherapy Pharmacy Technician

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Jersey is seeking a Pharmacy Technician. The ideal candidate will prepare chemotherapy medications accurately and timely under supervision. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits program, along with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision

Competitive rates and compensation

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Current NJ registration or eligibility required.
• Must register with the NJ Board of Pharmacy within 10 days of employment.
• Pharmacy Technician National Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares chemotherapy medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintains organization of storage areas and orders replacement stock.
• Completes expired medication inspections.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

IV admixture experience

Chemotherapy experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Accurately and timely prepares all chemotherapy medications, including IV medications,

under the direct supervision of the pharmacist as per policy and regulation.

Compounds IV/chemotherapy medications in a cleanroom environment according to USP 797 and USP 800 standards

Completes expired medication inspections

Answers phones to assist in dispensing questions

Ensures all medications are properly delivered.

Breaks down wholesaler order, completes receipt documentation and stocks in designated location.

Maintain organization of storage areas/storeroom and ensures ordering replacement stock as required based on patient usage and par levels.

Functionally uses the hospital information systems

Experience Required

Hospital pharmacy and/or IV admixture experience required

Chemotherapy experience preferred

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

License/Certification Requirements

Current NJ registration (or eligible on hire)

Must register with the NJ Board of Pharmacy during the first 10 days of employment.

Must complete the registration with the NJ Board of Pharmacy and become an active registered Pharmacy Technician within 180 days of hire.

Pharmacy Technician National Certification (PTCB) - preferred

Completion of basic pharmaceutical calculations

Salary Min ($)

USD $20.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $30.00