Infusion Pharmacy Tech — IV Chemotherapy & Aseptic Specialist

New York State Council of Health-system Pharmacists; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

VillageMD is seeking an Infusion Pharmacy Technician to ensure high-quality medication preparation for infusion center patients. You will compound chemotherapeutic and non-chemotherapeutic drugs, verify prescriptions, and maintain strict aseptic practices to safeguard patient care.

Responsibilities include accurate medication preparation, inventory management, and adherence to OSHA/NIOSH guidelines. NY license, CPhT, and hospital IV experience are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• New York Board of Pharmacy Technician registration is required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with PTCB certification.
• Minimum 2 years of hospital experience, including IV compounding.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Valid license and competence with standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Review prescriptions to assure accuracy and determine needed ingredients.
• Compound medications and chemotherapy/biotherapy using aseptic technique.
• Assess identity, strength, or purity of medications.
• Handle hazardous drugs following OSHA/NIOSH guidelines.
• Perform calculations for drug measurements for compounding.
• Maintain QA logs: cleaning, temperature, waste, expired meds, etc.
• Enter/remove medications in the Nucleus System.
• Conduct routine medication inventories and assist with stock control.
• Assist in ordering and receiving medications.
• Participate in training and orientation of new employees as needed.
• Report issues to supervising pharmacist and manager promptly.

Education

New York Board of Pharmacy Technician registration

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with PTCB

High School Graduate / GED

Tools

Nucleus System

Job description

VillageMD is seeking an Infusion Pharmacy Technician to ensure high-quality medication preparation for infusion center patients. You will compound chemotherapeutic and non-chemotherapeutic drugs, verify prescriptions, and maintain strict aseptic practices to safeguard patient care.

Responsibilities include accurate medication preparation, inventory management, and adherence to OSHA/NIOSH guidelines. NY license, CPhT, and hospital IV experience are essential for this role.