Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Tech (IV/Chemo) — Travel

Ironwood Women's Centers; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a Pharmacy Technician (Admixture) to prepare and compound medications, including IV admixtures and chemotherapy, and to verify orders and insurance before dispensing. This role requires strong aseptic technique, precise math, and careful documentation.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of pharmacy experience with sterile compounding, excellent communication, and the ability to travel between Ironwood locations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of pharmacy experience, including sterile compounding (IV admixture and/or chemotherapy).
• Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and pharmaceutical terminology.
• Solid math and dosage calculation skills; attention to detail and patient safety.
• Ability to interpret prescriptions and follow protocols accurately.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with inventory control, purchasing, and dispensing systems.
• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compound medications, including IV admixtures and chemotherapy, under supervision.
• Review medication orders for accuracy, completeness, and authorization.
• Verify insurance approvals before preparing medications.
• Accurately calculate dosages and conversions (metric/apothecary systems).
• Maintain inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking medications.
• Keep detailed logs (temperature, controlled substances, protocol drugs, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety guidelines for medication handling and disposal.
• Clean and maintain sterile compounding environments (hoods, equipment).
• Stay current with new medications and protocols.
• Travel between locations as needed.

Skills

Sterile compounding (IV admixture/cheм

Aseptic technique

Dosage calculations

Prescription interpretation

Communication & teamwork

Inventory mgmt & dispensing systems

Education

Pharmacy Technician training program

Job description

Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a Pharmacy Technician (Admixture) to prepare and compound medications, including IV admixtures and chemotherapy, and to verify orders and insurance before dispensing. This role requires strong aseptic technique, precise math, and careful documentation.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of pharmacy experience with sterile compounding, excellent communication, and the ability to travel between Ironwood locations.