Pharmacy Technician - Oncology

American Oncology Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 27,083 - 47,651; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Network in Fort Wayne is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to maintain and manage medication orders, stock supplies, and prepare chemotherapy drugs under supervision. Candidates need to be certified and have at least three years of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities include training new staff, ensuring inventory compliance, and maintaining patient safety standards across multiple locations. A valid state driver’s license is necessary for travel to clinics.

Qualifications

• 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

• Prepare and mix chemotherapy drugs under licensed supervision.
• Order and stock medical supplies, ensuring appropriate inventory levels.
• Maintain compliance with federal/state laws and organizational policies.
• Assist in training new pharmacy technicians and nursing staff.

Skills

Medication Preparation & Dispensing

Inventory Management

Regulatory Compliance

Training & Collaboration

Operational Flexibility

Education

PTCB certification or as a registered pharmacy technician

Job description

Location: Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology

Pay Range: $19.66 - $34.59

Position Summary

Maintains the ordering and stocking of medications and supplies as needed in the clinic. Under supervision of an 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

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 as a registered 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 Driver’s License for travel to clinics is required.