PRN Pharmacy Technician

American Oncology Network; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

American Oncology Network is seeking a pharmacy technician to assist in chemotherapy preparation and dispensing at Messino Cancer Centers. The role requires working under licensed supervision, maintaining the Nucleus system, and coordinating with nursing and purchasing teams.

Candidates should have a PTCB certification or be registered as a Pharmacy Technician, with at least three years in healthcare. Travel to educational and training sessions is expected.

Qualifications

• PTCB certification or registration as Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in healthcare, preferably in a clinical setting as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings and training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix chemotherapy drugs under licensed supervision and state regulations.
• Maintain proficiency with the Nucleus medication dispensing system and ensure accurate dispensing.
• Order, stock, and track medications and supplies to ensure inventory levels and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and representatives to support patient care and operations.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state laws, OSHA standards, and organizational policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Nucleus system proficiency

Education

PTCB Certification

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Tools

Nucleus system

Job description

Position Summary

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

Location

Messino Cancer Centers

Hiring Range

$18.00 - $28.08

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 Registered as 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 Drivers License for travel to clinics is required.

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