Lead Pharmacy Technician

City of Hope; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer research and treatment organization in Georgia is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to manage medication preparation and distribution. The role requires at least 5 years of pharmacy technician experience and an Associate's Degree. Responsibilities include compounding medications and managing inventory. The ideal candidate will possess a clear understanding of pharmacy laws and provide guidance to junior technicians. This is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of pharmacy technician experience required, preferably with chemotherapy compounding knowledge.
• Clear understanding of technician-related pharmacy law.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the selection, preparation, and stocking of medications and supplies.
• Prepare dosage medications by compounding or admixing medications.
• Perform basic to complex pharmaceutical calculations.
• Provide assistance to lower-level Pharmacy Technicians.

Skills

Pharmacy technician experience

Oncology pharmacy experience

Medication preparation skills

Basic to complex pharmaceutical calculations

Inventory control

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

About City of Hope,

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life‑threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute‑designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work.

City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

Under supervision, perform the technical and non‑judgmental aspects of medication preparation, distribution, record‑keeping, and inventory control within the hospital Pharmacy or Outpatient Care Clinic. Tasks may be subject to sequential or final verification by a manager, RN, mid‑level provider, or physician.

Job Responsibilities

• 30% – Lead in the selection, preparation and stocking of medications and supplies. Collect and verify patient information and proper physician authorization.
• 40% – Prepare dosage medications by compounding or admixing medications for dispensing into bottles and unit dose packaging. Count controlled substance medication inventory weekly and maintain records. Check drugs monthly for outdate and other quality assurance activities as assigned and maintain accurate documentation to support these activities.
• 20% – Perform basic to complex pharmaceutical calculations. Properly record lot numbers, expiration dates, and volumes of all medications used in compounding for each product prepared.
• 10% – Provide assistance to lower‑level Pharmacy Technicians who may be assigned to assist. Ensure that other Technicians assigned to assist have the resources and training necessary to perform their jobs effectively. Perform other related duties, within the scope of this leveled job, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required.
• Clear understanding of technician-related pharmacy law.
• 5 or more years of pharmacy technician experience required; oncology pharmacy experience preferred to include chemotherapy compounding knowledge.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.