Pharmacy Technician Oncology

Renown Health; Reno, Eugene (NV, OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Pharmacy Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring optimal patient care through the preparation and distribution of medications. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to work in both inpatient and outpatient environments, requiring a strong foundation in pharmacy practices and sterile preparation. Your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes, and you'll be part of a supportive team that values training and development. With competitive benefits and a start-to-work bonus, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a vital healthcare role.

Qualifications

• Training in pharmacy or 1+ year hospital/community pharmacy experience.
• Completion of recognized Pharmacy Technician program or national certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute medications and IV solutions within the hospital.
• Train new technicians and handle inventory and billing.

Skills

Pharmacy Terminology

Sterile Compounding

Algebraic Calculations

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pharmacy Equipment

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Start to Work Bonus:

$2,000

Location:

200211 Pharmacy, Reno, NV

Employment Type:

Full Time - Eligible for Benefits

Position Category:

Clerical & Administrative Support

Posted Date:

03/17/2025

Req #:

182865

Biweekly Hours:

80

Position Purpose:

This position is responsible for providing timely preparation and distribution of medications and IV solutions including chemotherapeutic and bio therapeutic agents within the hospital in conjunction with established guidelines, policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.

Nature and Scope:

Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, performs functions related to dispensing chemotherapy, bio therapy, hazardous, and other medications. Proficient in sterile products preparation, following USP 797/800 guidelines. Provides coverage in pharmacy operation areas as needed. Ensures optimal patient care by recognizing differences in drug therapy across patient age groups. Handles inventory, billing, and maintains pharmacy equipment. Trains new technicians. Works varying shifts, including weekends and holidays, and may require overtime. Must be able to work in inpatient and outpatient environments, maintaining thorough knowledge of medications, sterile preparation, and pharmacy procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. This position does not provide direct patient care.

Disclaimer:

The description is not exhaustive but reflects the general nature of the role.

Minimum Qualifications:

Name	Description
Education	High School Diploma or equivalent; proficient in math; ability to perform algebraic calculations for compounding.
Experience	Training in pharmacy or 1+ year hospital/community pharmacy experience; sterile compounding preferred; knowledge of pharmacy terminology and hazardous drugs handling.
License(s)	Licensed by Nevada State Board of Pharmacy.
Certification(s)	Completion of recognized Pharmacy Technician program or national certification (CPhT, CSPT); ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Computer / Typing	Basic computer skills; 30 WPM typing speed; able to complete online learning and access digital resources within 90 days.