Sr Pharmacy Technician

CTS CTCA Shared Services Inc.; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope is seeking a Sr Pharmacy Technician to assist in preparation and distribution of patient medications under supervision of a registered pharmacist. The role includes inventory management, regulatory paperwork, and maintaining patient billing records across a major cancer and diabetes care network.

The successful candidate will perform aseptic compounding of oncology and IV medications, support automated dispensing systems, and participate in quality assurance programs to ensure

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required; CPhT to be obtained within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Aseptic compounding of sterile IV preparations per USP 797/800 guidelines.
• Procure and distribute medication orders per requests.
• Maintain adequate stock of medications and supplies.

Skills

Aseptic compounding

Regulatory compliance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

CPhTcertification

Tools

Inventory systems

Automated dispensing machines

Job description

Sr Pharmacy Technician

About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life‑threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked among the top in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

The Sr Pharmacy Technician, under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, is responsible for assisting in the preparation and distribution of patient medications. The Sr Pharmacy Tech will assist in maintaining inventory and stock medications throughout the hospital, utilizing pharmacy inventory systems. The pharmacy technician will assist with daily required review of regulatory paperwork and maintaining patient billing records.

Responsibilities:

• Competent in aseptic compounding of sterile IV preparations in compliance with USP 797 and USP 800 guidelines, including but not limited to TPN, IV drips, and chemotherapy


• Procures and distributes medication orders per physician request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.


• Assists with maintaining adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established inventorycontrol levels


• Assist with the management of the automated dispensing machines reporting for quality and regulatorymeasures.


• Assists with pharmacy workflow by streamlining phone calls to the appropriate staff member; and delivery of patient specific medications to departments throughout the facility.


• Participation in departmental and hospital quality assurance programs with an emphasis on patient safety, andregulatory compliance.


• Assists with regulatory required monthly unit inspections for all departments that stock medications

Requirements:

• HS Diploma or equivalent GED cert Current GA Pharmacy Tech License National Certified Pharmacy Tech (CPhT) status obtained within 1 year of employment (if lapses during employment then employee has 1 year to reinstate)

Preferred:

• Experience in admixing of sterile oncology preparations preferred


• Previous hospital experience preferred

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

Each of us at City of Hope believes in and is dedicated to turning hope into reality. Every researcher, nurse, doctor, administrative professional or IT specialist brings his or her unique creativity and talent to the fight against cancer, diabetes and other life‑threatening illnesses. Whether your interest is in the clinical, business, science or support service area, at City of Hope you will collaborate with the best and brightest colleagues, be challenged by engaging tasks and impact the lives of many people.