Senior Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory Treatment Center - IV Technician

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 49,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Zero-premium medical benefits

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disabil

PTO and EIB leave

Holidays and leave programs

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Employee resource groups

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center's Pharmacy Division is seeking a Pharmacy Technician with HS diploma and 2 years in retail, infusion or hospital settings. Preferred IV sterile compounding experience and ACPE IV Sterile Products Competency. Onsite work from 10:30 a.m.

to 7:00 p.m. Salary range starts at $23.80/hour and can reach $35.82/hour. Highlights include comprehensive benefits, PTO, tuition assistance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certificate from an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program or two years of college credit.

Responsibilities

Sterile compounding / preparation.
Hazardous and non-hazardous sterile preparation.
Prepare investigational doses by reading datasheet and following protocol directions.
Handle, prepare, and dispose of hazardous drugs per SOPs (USP 797/800, NIOSH).
Maintain competency in closed system usage and time-efficient productivity.

Skills

Sterile compounding

IV preparation

Pharmacy math

Time management

SOP compliance

Education

Pharmacy Technician certificate

Two years college credit

Tools

BD Cato

Phacts

OneConnect

Controlled access cabinets

Job description

The Pharmacy Division is committed to ensuring safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication use while partnering with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal drug therapy outcomes. Through innovative programs in patient care, research, and education, we lead the way in delivering premier, patient-centered pharmaceutical care. Our team embraces new technologies, continuous learning, and a culture of caring to elevate the quality of services we provide.

Ideal candidate

will have High School Diploma and 2 years of Pharmacy Technician experience in a retail, infusion or hospital setting. Highly Prefer at least one year of IV sterile preparation experience, ACPE IV Sterile Products Competency

Working Hours

The Working hours will be 10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Onsite required.

Hourly Breakdown:

Minimum - $23.80 - Midpoint - $29.81 - Maximum - $35.82

At MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one:

Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

Why Us?

Working in MD Anderson's Retail Pharmacy means joining a team that directly supports patients and families during some of the most important moments of their care. Our technicians play a vital role in ensuring timely, safe, and compassionate service-right at the point where clinical excellence meets patient convenience. You'll work alongside world-class clinicians, use innovative pharmacy technologies, and contribute to a mission-driven organization recognized globally for cancer treatment and research. At MD Anderson, your work has purpose, your voice matters, and your growth is supported every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities

Senior Tech Proficiencies

Sterile Compounding / Preparation

Demonstrates proficiency-meeting accuracy and productivity standards-in:

Hazardous and non-hazardous sterile preparation
Investigational drug preparation (Phase 1, 2, and 3)
Viral/BCG/vaccine preparation
Intrathecal preparations
Ambulatory pumps
High-risk sterile validation

IV Preparation

Follows all SOPs and safety standards (USP 797, USP 800, NIOSH) when handling, preparing, and disposing of hazardous drugs
Reports and documents chemotherapy spills
Demonstrates correct use of a closed system and maintains competency
Prepares investigational doses by:
- Reading the datasheet
- Following protocol directions
- Exercising care during admixing
- Documenting thoroughly on investigational cards
- Consulting a pharmacist when needed
Completes annual or semi-annual process validations
Demonstrates strong pharmacy math skills
Manages time efficiently with high productivity
Maintains system proficiency, including:
- BD Cato
- Phacts
- OneConnect
- Controlled access cabinets

Qualifications - External

Requirements

Education Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Education Preferred:

Certificate from an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program or two years of college credit.

Licensure Required:

Current Pharmacy Technician Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP).

Experience Required:

Two years pharmacy technician experience in a hospital, infusion center or retail pharmacy.

Preferred Experience:

Pharmacy experience in a variety of specialized areas and functions.

Supervision Given

None.

Supervision Received

Technician Supervisor.

Other Required:

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by

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