Sterile Chemotherapy Technician – Controlled Substances Specialist

Veterans Health Administration; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration in Madison, WI seeks a CSP Chemotherapy/Controlled Substance Pharmacy Technician to perform complex sterile preparation of chemotherapeutic agents and manage controlled substances. You will apply independent technical judgement and handle timely filling of orders in a high-stakes environment.

Applicants may be referred while certifications are in progress; full qualifications include a national certification and active credential (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT).

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship required; non-citizens considered per VA policy.
• English language proficiency in speaking and writing.
• Certification: active national certification (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT) required.
• Education or experience: none required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile IV products and manage chemotherapy-related sterile compounding.
• Fill and manage controlled substance orders according to DEA regulations.
• Take medication histories and counsel patients as needed.
• Manage automation and assist in workflow optimization.
• Train and orient staff in specialized pharmacy procedures.

Skills

Sterile compounding

Controlled substances handling

Pharmacy terminology

Attention to detail

Tools

Sterile compounding equipment

Automation systems

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration in Madison, WI seeks a CSP Chemotherapy/Controlled Substance Pharmacy Technician to perform complex sterile preparation of chemotherapeutic agents and manage controlled substances. You will apply independent technical judgement and handle timely filling of orders in a high-stakes environment.

Applicants may be referred while certifications are in progress; full qualifications include a national certification and active credential (PTCB CPhT or NHA ExCPT).