Pharm Tech Adv-Chemo
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Job Description
Overview
Advanced Chemo Pharmacy Tech Infusion Services at Oak Ridge
PRN/OCC Variable Hours Day Shift
Thompson Oncology Group Overview:
As a member ofCovenant HealthandThompson Cancer Survival Center Thompson Oncology Group is part of the regions largest cancerfighting network with more imaging centers more boardcertified physicians and surgeons and more cancer and radiation centers closer to where you call home. All Thompson Oncology Group practices are committed to excellence and ongoing quality improvement.
Thompson Oncology Group (TOG) is a leader in medical oncology services and provides patients access to all proven drugbased treatments and the latest clinical trial medicines. Our team of boardcertified fellowshiptrained medical oncologists and certified advanced practice providers deliver onsite care and treatment including chemotherapy immunotherapy targeted therapy and hormone therapy at affiliated infusion centers throughout our region.
Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist performs functions pertaining to the dispensing of chemotherapy medications. Technical functions are expanded to include IV process proficiency problem solving skills admixture of hazardous medications and quality improvement involvement. Leadership skills are required to include demonstrated written and verbal communication that supports the overall objectives of the department.
If you have any questions please contact Recruiter: Sarah Grey
Responsibilities
- Performs all position accountabilities and performance criteria for level I and level II technicians.
- Assists the pharmacist in the training of technicians in levels I and II.
- Initiates and/or coordinates improvement activities as appropriate.
- Assists in the implementation of new projects including the development of policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge and competency in providing for agespecific needs of the oncology population served.
- Accurately performs calculations to prepare compound and dispense chemotherapy medications.
- Assists pharmacists in preparing compounds chemotherapy and intravenous medications upon physicians orders.
- Responsible for pharmaceutical inventory stocking restocking and management of chemotherapy medications and supplies; reconciles invoices.
- Maintains clean and safe operation of biological safety cabinets by performing daily hood cleaning/decontamination.
- Maintains clean and safe operation of the facilitys clean rooms by performing monthly air and surface testing for microbial surveillance. Exhibits understanding of the gauges used to read the air pressure of the negative pressure room positive pressure room and ante room and the proper action needed if readings are outside acceptable levels.
- Responsible for appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the preparation of chemotherapy agents.
- Adheres to the guidelines for safe handling of hazardous waste (Chemotherapy Hazardous Waste Spill Policy).
- Maintains Investigational Drug supply with strict adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Follows policies procedures and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
None specified; however must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience:
Three 3 years experience in the storage handling and disposal of chemotherapy or two 2 years experience with State approved certification.
Licensure Requirement:
The Tennessee Board of Pharmacy requires newly hired probationary employees to be licensed by the end of their first 90 days of hire and to maintain their Technician License in active status thereafter.
Employment Type
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