Pharmacy Technician Infusion Clinic

St Michael Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, Infusion Clinic, to prepare sterile medications, including hazardous drugs, under the supervision of a Pharmacist. You will support procurement of medications and related items to meet clinic needs while following protocols and regulatory standards.

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to follow complex procedures are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work as Pharmacy Technician in WA.
• Two years IV room compounding experience including hazardous medications.
• Completion of an appropriate training program.
• WA Pharmacy Technician license upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares sterile medications, including hazardous drugs, for infusion under pharmacist supervision.
• Supports procurement of medications, bio-technology products and related items to meet clinic needs.
• Performs pharmaceutical calculations and documents inventory inspections.
• Places orders and coordinates backorders; adheres to formulary and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with pharmacy leaders on cost-effective alternatives during shortages and with policy compliance.
• Maintains compliance with Drug Supply Chain Security Act and related policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Precision

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Graduate general studies

High School GED general studies

Job description

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Pharmacy Technician, Infusion Clinic, you will prepare sterile medications, including hazardous drugs, for administration in an infusion clinic space under the supervision of a Pharmacist. Every day you will support the procurement of medications, bio-technology products, and related pharmacy items to meet the supported clinics' needs, performing all work in accordance with protocols, internal guidelines and standards, and Board of Pharmacy regulatory requirements. To be successful in your role, you will need strong attention to detail and precision, along with the ability to follow strict protocols and regulatory standards to ensure the safe, accurate preparation of medications.

• Performs duties in documented accordance with requirements of all regulatory and governing bodies. Mandatory education from a system and department level is completed.
• Performs all necessary pharmaceutical calculations and prepares sterile parenteral medications, including hazardous drugs, for administration upon authorized provider order.
• Provides information for medications prepared and administered to any billing staff as required by CMS and commercial payers. Performs and documents inspections of the medication and supplies inventories to ensure that expired or otherwise unusable drugs are removed and replaced when appropriate.
• Places pharmaceutical orders for any assigned locations. Reviews each order for optimized cost savings. Participates in adhering to the CSH formulary for associated locations. Coordinates ordering of backorders items and assures allocated amounts are received.
• Consults with pharmacy leaders for cost-effective alternatives during drug shortages when needed. Comply with contracts when placing orders for drug products. Coordinates returns of unused medications as allowed by policy.
• Ensure clinic compliance with all requirements of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act as well as related CommonSpirit Health and any associated entities policies and procedures. Retrieve and maintain transactional data from vendors and drop shipped items that are shipped to clinics.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate general studies, upon hire or
• High School GED general studies, upon hire and
• Two years of IV room compounding experience includinghazardous medications or
• Other Completion of appropriate training program, upon hire
• Pharmacy Technician: WA, upon hire