Chemotherapy Technician HemOnc Ambulatory Pharmacy
Chemotherapy Technician HemOnc Ambulatory Pharmacy
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Were seeking a dedicated Certified Chemotherapy Technician to join our team at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. As a Certified Chemotherapy Technician youll play a crucial role in ensuring the wellbeing of our community by assisting pharmacists managing prescriptions and providing exceptional customer service. If you have strong attention to detail excellent communication skills and a desire to make a difference in peoples lives we invite you to apply today and become a valued member of our pharmacy team. Join us in delivering topnotch pharmaceutical care to our Winston Salem community!
Job Summary:The primary responsibility of the position is to prepare and dispense medications including antineoplastic hazardous and nonhazardous medications. Additional responsibilities include inventory control and ordering stocking and routine cleaning of the pharmacy assisting with clinic hazardous medication compounding charging for medication waste completing all required documentation for the clean room in Pharmacy Stars and other duties as assigned by manager or area pharmacist. Responsibilities may include coverage of both the inpatient and ambulatory hem/onc pharmacies. The technician will use guided preparation technology to compound medications. The pharmacy takes many steps to reduce potential exposure to hazardous medications through environmental control use of personal protection equipment and use of a closed system transfer device. The technician must follow all procedures to limit employee patient visitors and their own risk of exposure as defined by USP 797/800 sterile compounding and hazardous drug standards. Maintains updated knowledge and skills and contributes to the education of others. Provides ageappropriate care in accordance with Age Specific Care Guidelines. Attends huddles and team meetings. Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills interpersonal relationships and team building. The employee will also be expected to uphold the hospitals five key values participate in quality and process improvement activities of the Department of Pharmacy.
Position Highlights:
- FullTime Days Variable 1st shift MF w/ possible WKN coverage
- Winston Campus
- $6000 signon bonus eligibleposition for qualified candidates!Clickherefor more information!
What We Offer:
- Day 1 Health Coverage:Choose from either copay or HSAeligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
- Generous PTO:Accrual starts at 25 days/year to be used for vacations sickness holidays and personal matters.
- Education:Eligible for ourPrepaid College Tuition Assistanceprogram (up to $5250/year)!
- Wellness Incentives:Up to $1350/year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program.
- Parental Benefits:Six weeks paid birthingmother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave for nonbirthing parents.
- Retirement:Up to 7 employerpaid retirement contributions.
How Youll Impact Patient Care:
Your responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Follows aseptic technique in a vertical flow hood and maintains clean room environment through regularly scheduled cleaning as defined by USP 797 standards.
- Ensures adequate inventory to eliminate stock outs increases inventory turnover and reduces waste.
- Utilizes closed system transfer devices and APOTECA robotics to limit potential exposure of the environment to hazardous medications.
- Maintains and troubleshoots IV automation technology and engages vendor in remedies as needed.
- Documents activities in the electronic medical record and other systems as needed.
- Identifies critical issues prioritizes workload and communicates personnel issues in a timely manner.
- Maintains competency by attending training classes programs and departmental meetings.
- Performs pharmaceutical calculations based on medication orders.
- Handles hazardous waste in a manner compliant with EPA and NIOSH standards.
- Supports technician manager and area pharmacists in executing initiatives to meet the goals of the area scorecard.
- Prepares antineoplastic and other hazardous intravenous medications for adult and pediatric populations and deliver to patient care areas.
What You Will Need
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
- PTCB/NHA technician certification (CPhT) required.
- Active registration with the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy.
Nice To Have (Not Required)
- Completion of a formal techniciantraining program and/or associates degree in Healthcare or Pharmacy Technology preferred.
- Sterile compounding hazardous drug preparation and IV experience strongly preferred.
- Oneyear previous pharmacy experience preferred.
- Associate degree in a healthcare or businessrelated field preferred.
- Minimum one year experience in pharmacy with IV admixture skills and chemotherapy certification preferred.
- Completion of ACPE course preferred.
Where You Will Work:
- Working in healthcare in WinstonSalem North Carolina is a rewarding and dynamic experience. This vibrant city is home to renowned healthcare institutions making it a hub for medical professionals and healthcare innovation.
- As a healthcare professional in WinstonSalem youll have the opportunity to provide topnotch care to a diverse and engaged community. The healthcare industry here is characterized by a commitment to patientcentered care cuttingedge medical research and a collaborative spirit among healthcare providers.
- WinstonSalem offers a high quality of life with a cost of living thats lower than in many other major cities. Youll find thriving arts and culture scene beautiful parks and a strong sense of community. The citys commitment to healthcare extends beyond the hospital walls with initiatives aimed at improving public health and wellness.
- Whether youre drawn to clinical care research or administration working in healthcare in WinstonSalem NC allows you to be part of a healthcare environment that values excellence compassion and the wellbeing of the community. Join us in contributing to the health and vitality of WinstonSalem where healthcare is not just a profession but a calling.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
