Infusion Pharmacy Technician II

IU Health; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program rewards

Job summary

IU Health is seeking an Infusion Pharmacy Technician to support sterile medication preparation for oncology patients at the Schwarz Cancer Center in Carmel, IN. This role works under a licensed pharmacist to ensure safe, timely delivery within IU Health’s academic medical center environment.

The position requires sharp attention to detail, compliance with USP 797/800 in a cleanroom, and ability to function in a fast-paced infusion setting. Full-time, on-site role with patients and care teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Indiana Pharmacy Technician license required.
• National certification (PTCB or NHA) required.
• Experience with sterile compounding and hazardous drugs preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compound sterile medications, including chemotherapy, in compliance with USP 797/800 and IU Health policies.
• Ensure timely delivery of prepared medications to infusion clinics and treatment areas while coordinating with pharmacists and nurses.
• Support quality improvement, safety reporting, and compliance audits as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Indiana Pharmacy Technician license

National pharmacy technician certification

Job description

Overview

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

Description:

The Infusion Pharmacy Technician supports the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of sterile medications for oncology and infusion patients at Schwarz Cancer Center in Carmel, IN. Working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, this role plays a critical part in delivering safe, timely, and high‑quality cancer care within IU Health’s academic medical center environment.

This position requires strong attention to detail, comfort working in a USP <797>/<800>–compliant cleanroom, and the ability to function effectively in a fast‑paced oncology infusion setting.

Key Responsibilities

Medication Preparation & Compounding

• Prepare and compound hazardous and non‑hazardous sterile medications, including chemotherapy, biologics, and supportive care infusions, in compliance with USP <797>, <800>, and IU Health policies.
• Perform accurate dose calculations, measurements, labeling, and documentation under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintain aseptic technique while working in cleanroom environments (ISO Class 5/7/8).

Inventory & Workflow Support

• Manage inventory for infusion pharmacy areas, including receiving, stocking, rotating, and removing expired medications.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining adequate par levels for infusion medications and supplies.
• Support waste documentation, controlled substances handling, and hazardous drug disposal processes.

Patient Care & Operational Support

• Ensure timely delivery of prepared medications to infusion clinics and treatment areas.
• Communicate effectively with pharmacists, nurses, and other care team members regarding medication readiness and workflow status.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, safety reporting, and compliance audits as needed.

Compliance & Safety

• Adhere strictly to infection control, hazardous drug handling, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Maintain required certifications and licensure per state regulation and IU Health policy.
• Support Primary Source Verification (PSV) and ongoing competency assessments.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Indiana Pharmacy Technician license
• National pharmacy technician certification (PTCB or NHA)
• Ability to work in a sterile compounding and hazardous drug environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.

Preferred

• Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician in an inpatient, infusion, or oncology setting is preferred.
• Experience with sterile compounding and chemotherapy preparation.
• Familiarity with USP <797> and <800> standards.
• Experience working within an academic medical center or health system.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity for compounding and handling sterile products.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Willingness to wear PPE, including gowns, gloves, respirators, and eye protection as required.

Schedule & Location

• Location: Schwarz Cancer Center - Carmel, IN (IU North Hospital)
• Schedule: Day shift (with potential rotating shifts based on operational needs)
• FTE: Full‑time