Pharmacy Technician

American Oncology Partners, PA; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Network is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician to maintain medication ordering and stocking in a Florida clinic. Under supervision, you will prepare and mix chemotherapy drugs, coordinate with drug reps, and liaise with physicians, nursing, and purchasing to obtain special medications.

The role emphasizes compliance with state regulations, inventory management, and cross-location support, with occasional travel to educational and training meetings.

Qualifications

• Education: PTCB Certification or Registered as Pharmacy Technician.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in the healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Valid State Driver's License for travel to clinics is required.

Responsibilities

• Medication Preparation & Dispensing: Prepare and mix chemotherapy drugs and solutions under appropriate licensed supervision and in compliance with state regulations.
• Inventory, Supply, and Equipment Management: Order, stock, and track medical supplies and medications, ensuring appropriate inventory levels and minimal waste.
• Regulatory Compliance & Documentation: Maintain records for compassionate drug programs, clinical trials, biohazard waste, and related processes; ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Training & Collaboration: Assist in training pharmacy technicians and nursing staff on chemotherapy preparation and Nucleus system workflows.
• Operational Flexibility & Professional Responsibilities: Support operations across multiple locations and participate in mandatory meetings including Safety/OSHA training.

Education

PTCB Certification or Registered as Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Location

Florida Oncology and Hematology

Hiring Range

$18.00 - $28.08

Position Summary

Maintains the ordering and stocking of medications and supplies as needed in the clinic. Under supervision of appropriate licensed healthcare professional as defined by State regulations, prepares and mixes medications. Coordinates with drug sales representatives, and pharmaceutical companies to obtain samples, teaching aids, and compassionate drugs. Acts as liaison between Physicians, Nursing, Pharmacy Supervisor and Purchasing in obtaining special order medications.

Key Performance Areas

1. Medication Preparation & Dispensing Prepare and mix chemotherapy drugs and solutions under appropriate licensed supervision and in compliance with state regulations. Maintain proficiency with the Nucleus medication dispensing system and ensure accurate medication dispensing and par-level management. Review next-day orders with nursing staff to anticipate special medication needs.
2. Inventory, Supply, and Equipment Management Order, stock, and track medical supplies and medications, ensuring appropriate inventory levels and minimal waste. Perform daily and annual maintenance of chemotherapy hoods and manage ambulatory pump documentation. Handle biohazardous waste disposal safely and compliantly, including recordkeeping and coordination with Accounting.
3. Regulatory Compliance & Documentation Maintain required records for compassionate drug programs, clinical trials, biohazard waste, and related pharmacy processes. Ensure compliance with all federal/state laws, patient privacy regulations, OSHA standards, and organizational policies.
4. Training & Collaboration Assist in training new pharmacy technicians and nursing staff on chemotherapy preparation and Nucleus system workflows. Collaborate with nurses, physicians, supervisors, and pharmaceutical representatives as needed to support patient care and operational needs.
5. Operational Flexibility & Professional Responsibilities Support operations across multiple locations as needed and work overtime when required. Participate in mandatory meetings, including annual Safety/OSHA training.

Position Qualifications

• Education Following applicable state regulations, PTCB Certification or Registered as Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Minimum Relevant Experience Minimum of three years’ experience in the healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting as a Pharmacy Technician is preferred. Must be willing to travel occasionally to educational and research meetings as well as training sessions.
• Certifications/Licenses Valid State Drivers License for travel to clinics is required.

Employer Information

#AONA #LI-ONSITE American Oncology Network AON is an alliance of physicians and veteran healthcare leaders dedicated to ensuring the long-term success and viability of oncology diagnosis and treatment in community-based settings. It is the fastest growing national network of community oncology practices delivering local access to exceptional cancer care. AON serves its expanding network of partner practices by providing proven practice management expertise. Our employees across the country work together to empower physicians to make cancer care better. By driving integrated, collaborative care, we are proudly helping community oncologists deliver the highest quality care to every patient. Cancer touches everyone. Being able to make a difference in the lives of those fighting this disease is something our employees at AON cherish and never take for granted. A career in oncology offers all sorts of rewards. But working at AON offers employees more than most. As a fast-growing national company, the opportunity to join a national workforce with flexible work options is available. We offer competitive compensation packages that include comprehensive health insurance with a robust provider network. Our 401k, which offers a 100% match and investment options, is available to full-time and part-time staff members, and we feature a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program. At AON, we offer you more than a job, we offer you a career. As a network of independent oncology practices working together as one, we host annual summits each year, providing our employees a chance to collaborate with AON peers from across the country. Promoting from within is a priority at AON, and we support our team members continued growth through professional development programs and tuition assistance.