Pharmacy Technician III Hazardous Compounding-Ambulatory Oncology and Infusion Services, Casual[...]

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Pharmacy Technician III for Hazardous Compounding in Ambulatory Oncology and Infusion Services. This role involves advanced technical duties under a pharmacist's supervision, focusing on hazardous medication handling and compliance. Join a team dedicated to patient care and safety in a casual position with rotating shifts.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

401(k) Matching

Qualifications

• Completion of NM-approved sterile compounding training within 1 year of hire.
• Certification required for licenses obtained after 2008.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medication orders for inpatients and outpatients.
• Compound dosage forms and prepare sterile products.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous waste procedures.

Skills

Hazardous Medication Handling

Compounding

Medication Management

Education

High School Diploma

Illinois Pharmacy Technician License

Job description

Pharmacy Technician III Hazardous Compounding-Ambulatory Oncology and Infusion Services, Casual Rotating

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Company Description
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, 401(k) matching, and lifecycle benefits. Ready to join us?

Job Description
The Pharmacy Technician III - Hazardous Compounding reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, and adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Compliance Program, complying with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards.
Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, this role performs advanced technical duties related to dispensing, prescription processing, sterile products, and hazardous medication compounding, including chemotherapy and high-risk preparations. It involves complex tasks such as hazardous medication handling, compounding, and ensuring safety and compliance.

Scheduling

• This is a casual position, scheduled to work every other weekend, with shifts typically from 7am-11am, 8am-12pm, or 2pm-6pm, rotating weekly. Holiday commitments include at most one winter and one summer holiday.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medication orders for inpatients and outpatients, including sterile and hazardous compounds.
• Deliver medications, manage inventory, and maintain accurate records.
• Compound dosage forms, prepare sterile products, and ensure safety protocols for hazardous medications.
• Operate computer systems for medication management and reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous waste procedures and safety standards.
• Complete hazardous medication training and competencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Illinois Pharmacy Technician License (IDFPR). Certification (CPhT or ExCPT) required for licenses obtained after 2008, or current enrollment as a Student Pharmacist.
• Completion of NM-approved sterile compounding training within 1 year of hire.

Preferred

• Completion of a Technician Training Program.
• Previous pharmacy technician experience.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. Background checks are performed for hired candidates, with considerations for criminal history in accordance with regulations.

Benefits

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