IV Pharmacy Technician- Anniston

Astera Cancer Care; Anniston (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearview Cancer Institute in north Alabama is seeking an IV Pharmacy Technician to assist licensed pharmacists in preparing, distributing, and inventorying medications in the pharmacy. This role includes sterile and non-sterile compounding and adherence to PPE protocols.

You will maintain inventories, ensure regulatory compliance, and communicate effectively with the team. Must travel to all CCI locations to support pharmacy operations.

Qualifications

• HIPAA familiarity and compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform algebraic calculations for extemporaneous compounds.
• Ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision while supporting other department members.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Must be able to travel to all CCI locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications including labeling, repackaging, non-sterile and sterile compounding; follow PPE protocols.
• Receive and deliver medications to storage locations; verify orders and distribute to satellite locations.
• Maintain accurate inventories; perform cycle counts; order drugs and IV room supplies; return usable stock.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area; proper storage; document temperature and cleaning logs.
• Communicate effectively; participate in team quarterly meetings; support IV Pharmacy tasks.
• Use CCI information systems, pharmacy programs and automation; report to Lead IV Pharmacy Technician.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

HIPAA familiarity

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Algebraic calculations

Independent work

Time management

Travel to all locations

Education

National pharmacy technician certification

Alabama Pharmacy Technician license

Job description

Clearview Cancer Institute is north Alabama's leading cancer treatment facility. For over 30 years Clearview Cancer Institute has provided leading-edge treatment and compassionate care to those diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders. Clearview offers every service and amenity needed in an outpatient setting and our dedication to research and involvement in Phase I-IV clinical trials gives our patients the opportunity to receive potentially life-saving treatment options.

Why Join Us?

We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The purpose of the IV Pharmacy Technician is to assist licensed pharmacists in providing medication and other healthcare products to patients. IV Pharmacy Technicians are responsible for the preparation, distribution, and inventory of drugs within the pharmacy department.

Essential Job Functions

• Preparation – Accurate and timely preparation of medications which includes selection, labeling, repackaging, non-sterile compounding, and sterile compounding. Follow proper donning and doffing of PPE.
• Distribution – Accurate and timely receives and delivers medications to the appropriate storage locations, ensuring all orders are correct and accounted for, verifying quantities against invoices. Manage distribution of drugs to and from satellite locations.
• Inventory – Maintains accurate and appropriate inventories of medications and supplies, reconciling any discrepancies. Accurate and timely completion of assigned inventory audits such as cycle counts. Order drugs and IV room supplies based on future schedule or as needed. Return and credit useable stock to inventory upon discontinuation of order.
• Regulatory compliance – Maintains a safe and clean work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Maintains proper storage and security of conditions for drugs. Documents regulatory requirements such as temperature and cleaning logs accurately and timely. Stock supplies in the IV room for compounding and mixing needs. Stock Nurse areas with solutions and tubing needs.
• Communication and teamwork – Communicate in an effective and positive manner. Demonstrates emotional control and intelligence in managing work relationships. Answers telephone and emails, responding to questions or requests. Attends and actively participates in team quarterly meetings. Shares responsibility for accomplishment of the IV Pharmacy tasks and goals.
• Technology – Appropriately uses CCI's information systems, technology, pharmacy programs and automation to complete assigned tasks. Reports to Lead IV Pharmacy Technician keeping it as concise as possible.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be familiar with HIPAA
• Must have strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to perform algebraic calculations necessary for the preparation of extemporaneous compounds
• Must be able to complete assignments with minimal supervision while supporting other department members
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently
• Must be able to travel to all CCI locations

Education/Experience

• At least (2) years of IV experience is preferred
• National pharmacy technician certification is preferred
• Alabama Pharmacy Technician license if required

Physical Requirements

This position requires typical physical demands including ability to perform the job while standing, walking, reaching, and stretching for prolonged periods; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing, and compounding.

Direct Reports

This is not a supervisory position. We are looking for compassionate, adaptable individuals who demonstrate the desire to lead and work together to best treat the patients we serve.