Pharmacy Technician

START Center for Cancer Research; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSA/HSA

Career growth

Job summary

START Center for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to ensure safe, efficient preparation of chemotherapy, biologic therapy, and supportive care meds for patient administration. You will work with Site Leaders and Pharmacists to maintain cost-effective drug inventory.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED, at least 2 years of chemotherapy prep experience, and current CPhT state registration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of experience preparing chemotherapy and biologic therapies.
• Current State registration as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
• Experience with inventory management and GMP/GCP guidelines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mix and label chemotherapy, biologic therapy and supportive care medications.
• Manage inventory and document medication orders.
• Prepare parenteral doses using aseptic techniques per USP and GCP guidelines.
• Ensure proper storage and placement of medications per policies.
• Perform routine weekly inventory and QA tasks; check expirations, recalls, and deterioration.
• Provide drug accountability reports and temperature storage logs.
• Generate reports via applicable computer systems.

Skills

Chemotherapy preparation

Biologic therapies

Inventory management

GCP documentation

Aseptic technique

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPhT certification

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research ("START") is the world’s largestearly phasesite network, fully dedicated tooncologyclinical research.Throughout ourhistory, START has provided hope to cancer patients inglobalcommunity practices by offering"Hope Through Access”tocutting edgetrials throughout the UnitedStatesand Europe.

We are seeking aPharmacy Technician. The role will assure safe, efficient, and cost-effective preparation of chemotherapy, biologic therapy, and supportive care medications for administration to patients following all applicable regulations. Also, this role will work collaboratively with Site Leaders and Pharmacists to maintain adequate and cost-effective inventory of drugs and supplies.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m (hours may vary)

Location: START Pittsburgh

Essential Responsibilities:

• Mix and label chemotherapy, biologic therapy and supportive care medications.
• Perform proper procedures and documentation in inventory management systems during the fulfillment of the medication order.
• Prepare parenteral dosage forms utilizing aseptic techniques in accordance with departmental policies, standards set forth in current USP, state & federal regulations and GCP guidelines for investigational medications.
• Prepare and deliver medication ensuring proper storage location requirements are met based on the stability needs of the product.
• Perform routine weekly inventory and quality assurance tasks, including checking extemporaneously manufactured medications, commercially available medications, I.V. solutions and equipment for expiration dates, recalls, or signs of deterioration.
• Receive medication and supplies in accordance with inventory control and purchasing policies. Help to maintain all medication inventory levels within the predetermined stocking level, calling attention to needs for revision, or perpetual supply problems.
• Interact with study monitors by providing drug accountability reports and temperature storage logs. Facilitate monitor verification of inventory, training and other GCP documentation.
• Maintain and generate reports through the applicable computer programs.
  

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• At least 2 years of experience preparing chemotherapy and biologic therapies.
• Current State registration as a pharmacy technician (CPhT).

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus, based on role and company results
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageand optional insuranceoptions
• Companyp‑aid life and disability insurance for added financial protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential, no‑cost support for you and your family from day one
• Flexible FSA and HSA plans to support your financial wellness
• Commitment to a supportive environment that values balance, wellbeing, and flexibility
• We’recommitted to fostering a collaborative, creative workplace where every team member is encouraged to contribute. At START,you’lljoin a team that values continuous learning, professional growth, shared ideas, and a culture built on inclusivity and innovation.

More About START

START clinical trial sites have conducted more than 1,000 early-phase clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. STARTrepresentsthe world’s largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites.

Learn more atSTARTresearch.com.

Ready to be part of a team changing the future of cancer treatment?

Join us in our mission to conquer cancer, one clinical trial at a time. Your expertise and dedication can help us bring hope and healing to patients worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.