IV Chemotherapy Technician

Cure 4 The Kids; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour work week (no nights or Week-?

Competitive compensation and benefits

State-of-the-art clinical environment

Job summary

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation in Las Vegas, NV is seeking an IV Chemotherapy Technician for a full-time role. The position focuses on maintaining sterile, USP 797/800 compliant environments and compounding medications for pediatric patients within a multidisciplinary clinical team.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of pharmacy technician experience and a current chemotherapy certification. The role entails rigorous adherence to safety protocols, inventory management, and timely

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proof of chemotherapy certification required or available during onboarding.
• Continuing education as required by Nevada State Board licensing.
• Minimum of three years of pharmacy technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of USP 797/800 compliant environment and prepare medications.
• Adhere to sterile techniques and PPE procedures.
• Manage storage, security, and inventory of medications and supplies.
• Use automated dispensing cabinets and maintain stock levels.
• Communicate recalls, shortages and other pertinent information to the clinical team.
• Prepare medications per provider orders and support team in a busy clinic.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile techniques

PPE usage

Documentation

Inventory management

Team communication

Ability to multitask

Education

High school diploma or GED

Chemotherapy certification

Nevada State Board continuing education

Job description

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IV Chemotherapy Technician

Full Time Las Vegas, NV, US

We don’t train our people to be nice… We simply hire nice people

We are looking for the brightest and the best to join our team!

Are you under challenged in your current position? Are you looking for a career in a high paced complex clinical environment?

Three major benefits offered by Cure 4 The Kids Foundation

• 40-hour work week, no nights or weekends
• One of the most competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit packages in the field of healthcare
• A state-of-the-art clinical and administrative environment located at 215 and Town Center, Summerlin on the Roseman University Campus

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation was voted #10 on the list of the 50 Best Non-Profits to Work for in The U.S.

What it takes to be part of our team

Are you an exceptional IV Chemotherapy Technician who absolutely thrives on being part of an accountable team? Can you dedicate yourself to being part of a team serving the needs of children and their families? Do you bring the highest standards of integrity and professionalism to your team? Do you thrive in an environment where you are valued and appreciated for who you are, how hard you work and for that something special you bring to the teams you choose to work with? Are you looking for an organization that offers competitive compensation and one of the broadest and most comprehensive benefit packages available in the field of healthcare?

This role within our team is mission critical to the health and safety of the children we see every day at our clinic. Our team acts as our first line of defense for maintaining clean and sterile treatment rooms and facilities for our patients and clinical team.

Do you like to be busy and want to be part of a fast paced and accountable team? Can you dedicate yourself to being part of a team serving the needs of children and families? Do you bring a high standard of integrity and work ethic to your team? Do you thrive in an environment where you are valued and appreciated for who you are, how hard you work and for that something special you bring to the teams you choose to work with? Are you looking for an organization that offers competitive compensation and one of the broadest and most comprehensive benefit packages available in the field of healthcare?

The primary goal of every team member is to bring the best patient care and experience for our area's sickest children. If you feel inspired by what you have read so far, read on.

This is a role that requires a multi-disciplinary team approach to solving problems and patient challenges. "That's not my job" or "someone else can do it" is not in our team vocabulary because we are here to be of support to each other. The primary goal is to bring the best patient care and experience for our area's children.

This is a role that requires a multi-disciplinary team approach to solving problems and patient challenges. "That's not my job" or "someone else can do it" is not in our team vocabulary because we are here to be of support to each other. The primary goal is to bring the best patient care and experience for our area's children.

SUMMARY: The Compounding Technician lll primary role is maintaining all aspects of a USP 797 and USP 800 compliant pharmacy; Including maintaining an appropriate inventory of drugs and supplies, as well as compounding and preparing medications for administration for patients at Cure 4 The Kids Foundation. This is a non-exempt position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compounding Technicians perform routine administrative tasks required to keep the cleanroom running smoothly.
• Familiarity with IV cleanroom procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintaining proper storage and security conditions for the inventory with respect to hazardous medications, look-alike, sound-alike (LASA) medications, controlled substances, etc.
• Cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas to USP 797 standards.
• Ordering, stocking and maintaining inventory, using the automated dispensing cabinets to their fullest capabilities.
• Communicating any pertinent information to other members of the clinical team; including drug and equipment re-calls, shortages and/or supply issues.
• Prepares medications per provider orders according to established protocol, policy, and procedure.
• Interacts with others and may have to handle several responsibilities at once.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proof of chemotherapy certification (can be obtained during onboarding)
• Continuing education as required by the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy Technician licensing requirements.
• A minimum of three years of pharmacy technician experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Four years of experience is preferred.
• Previous chemotherapy experience preferred.
• Advanced certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed.
• Working knowledge of sterile environment (biohazard safety cabinet) procedures, including using proper personal protection equipment (PPE).
• Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic setting. Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
• Daily clinic preparation process: preparing charts, reviewing scheduling including the ability to document and communicate pertinent information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Daily exposure to biohazard chemicals/drugs.
• Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required.
• Mandatory workday schedule on December 31 st , or last Friday of the year, for pharmacy inventory.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Spanish speaking preferred but not required.

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