Oncology IV Admixture Technician

Astera Cancer Care; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life & Disability

PTO

Sick & Bereavement

401(k)

Education & Development

Job summary

Pacific Cancer Care in Los Gatos is expanding its oncology pharmacy team and seeks a detail‑oriented Admixture Assistant to support our new clinic opening in 2026. You will prepare intravenous medications including chemotherapy, verify orders, perform dosage calculations, and maintain strict aseptic technique while collaborating with nursing and providers to ensure safe, accurate cancer care.

This role emphasizes patient safety, quality assurance, inventory management, and adherence to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program or certification (PTCB).
• Current California Pharmacy Technician License required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and charge intravenous medications including chemotherapy and clinical trial therapies.
• Review all medication orders for completeness and accuracy prior to preparation.
• Perform dosage calculations and verify volumes and measurements for precision.
• Operate within laminar flow hoods using strict aseptic technique.
• Inventory, stocking, and expiration-date management of medications and supplies.
• Maintain logs for inventory, temperature monitoring, and quality assurance.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas and support clinical staff with operations.
• Maintain patient and medication records per regulatory standards.
• Uphold HIPAA confidentiality and collaborate across nursing, providers, and leadership.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB) / Accredited program

Current California Pharmacy Technician License

Job description

Pacific Cancer Care in Los Gatos is expanding its oncology pharmacy team and seeks a detail‑oriented Admixture Assistant to support our new clinic opening in 2026. You will prepare intravenous medications including chemotherapy, verify orders, perform dosage calculations, and maintain strict aseptic technique while collaborating with nursing and providers to ensure safe, accurate cancer care.

This role emphasizes patient safety, quality assurance, inventory management, and adherence to