Pharmacy Technician II - Oncology Infusion

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cancer research is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician II to join their innovative team in Seattle. This role involves preparing and compounding sterile medications, interacting with healthcare professionals, and maintaining accurate electronic records. The organization is renowned for its commitment to groundbreaking research and compassionate patient care. Employees are valued for their collaboration, determination, and respect, making this an exciting opportunity to contribute to life-saving work in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare field, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical/Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved pharmacy technician training program required.
• Current Washington state pharmacy technician license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and label medication accurately and efficiently.
• Compounding sterile intravenous admixtures including hazardous medications.
• Assist in training pharmacy technicians and apprentices.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Basic Pharmaceutical Calculations

Computer Navigation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities makes us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

Working under the immediate supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician II interacts with health care providers to perform a variety of technical pharmaceutical tasks including preparing intravenous admixtures, triaging medication-related communications, and maintaining the electronic medical record.

At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, and label medication in an accurate and efficient manner
• Compounding of sterile intravenous admixtures including hazardous, non-hazardous, and Investigational Drug Service medications
• Assist in the training of pharmacy technicians, apprentices, and interns
• Triage incoming phone calls and electronic messages relating to medications
• Interact with professional and technical staff in a courteous manner
• Cleaning and restocking sterile compounding areas
• Other pharmacy-related duties in accordance with regulations under Washington State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an approved pharmacy technician training program
• Current Washington state pharmacy technician license
• 1 year pharmacy technician experience or completion of Fred Hutch pharmacy apprentice program
• Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear, concise and professional manner
• Ability to perform basic pharmaceutical calculations
• Ability to use a mouse, navigate computer programs, enter data into computer systems accurately and efficiently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience compounding sterile intravenous admixtures
• Knowledge and experience working with hazardous medications
• Knowledge of and experience with electronic medical records
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team

The hourly pay range for this position is from $32.77 to $49.14 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206-667-4700.