Pharmacy Technician IV Chemo Specialist
Pharmacy Technician IV Chemo Specialist
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
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General Summary of Position Responsibility:
Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist selects and prepares medications fills exchanges and credits unitdose carts and processes drug orders. Answers and screens phones calls. Prepares cytotoxic agents when necessary.
Prepares intravenous injections and admixtures after the successful completion of Lurie Childrens Pharmacys cleanroom training program and under the supervision of a chemotherapy-trained pharmacist prepares antineoplastic (chemotherapy) agents after successful completion of Lurie Childrens Pharmacy chemotherapy training program
Prepares parenteral injections cytotoxic agents and IV admixtures at least 50% of the scheduled shifts or successfully completes cleanroom and chemotherapy competencies every six months.
Actively supports the hospitals and departments continuous quality improvement and customer service goals individually and as an effective team member.
Maintains certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or is currently enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program.
Essential Job Functions:
Prepares parenteral medications and large volume parenterals as labels demand following strict aseptic technique in the manipulation of ampules vials syringes bottles and bags.
Following established guidelines prepares parenteral antineoplastic medications. Works at least one week per 6 months in the Hematology satellite and completes chemotherapy-competency program every six months.
Performs the measurements and completes the mathematical calculations necessary for preparing parenteral products.
Cleans hoods and calibrates pumps according to established procedures and complies with necessary quality assurance procedures.
Stock IV cleanroom and notes low stock items on requisition sheet. Notifies purchasing agent of unusual drug usages.
Inspects stock of assigned areas monthly to ensure that medications are stored properly and are in date.
Assists with the work activities and training of pharmacy technicians and students on aseptic technique and chemotherapy drug preparation.
Takes on and maintains responsibility for special projects after discussing with the Pharmacy Technician Lead and the Pharmacy Manager responsible for the area.
Provides inservices and/or continuing education (C.E.) programs to other pharmacy technicians.
Maintains physical appearance of the cleanroom.
Participates in peer evaluation and evaluation of other pharmacy employees.
Adheres to all hospital departmental and regulatory policies and procedures.
Performs other tasks as necessary to provide delivery of pharmacy services including processing of new medication orders filling exchanges and crediting carts and selecting and preparing non-intravenous medications.
Fills automated dispensing machines in patient care areas to maintain adequate supplies. Fills pharmacy code trays seizure kits and other stock items as necessary for both inpatient and outpatient areas.
Triages telephone calls and electronic pharmacy information system messages. Effectively communicates messages to co-workers.
Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients families coworkers and others.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Education: High school diploma required or GED equivalent required. Completion of two years of college with at least one general mathematics course preferred.
Job Related Experience: One year of hospital or home infusion pharmacy experience required and a minimum of six months of Lurie Childrens cleanroom experience and three months of chemotherapy experience with leadership assessment of competency.
Licensure: Licensure as Registered Pharmacy Technician in the State of Illinois.
Certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Skills/Knowledge:
Work requires good aseptic technique and strong mathematical skills in order to perform calculations make dilutions and maintain records. Must have data entry skills or ability to learn computer data entry.
Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to function within the team concept and interact with tact and courtesy with all hospital employees and customers.
Must be able to follow instructions accurately and be capable of following well organized work routine.
Must successfully complete an annual validation of aseptic techniques and cytotoxic agent handling including handling of multiple-dispensed sterile bulk products.
Must be able to read write and speak English.
Must have computer data entry skills or ability to learn computer data entry
Physical Demands:
Must have good manual dexterity.
Must be able to differentiate colors.
Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds.
Education
High School Diploma/GED (Required)Pay Range
$26.25-$42.92 HourlyAt Lurie Childrens we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity reflecting individual contributions experience and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.In addition to base salary Lurie Childrens offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees leadership incentivesfor select roles health and retirement benefits and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation consult your recruiter or click the followinglink to learn more about our benefits.
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Childrens facilities
Discount purchasing program
Theres a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Childrens we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds skills and viewpoints recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly appreciate differences and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Childrens and its affiliatesare equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion national origin ancestry age disability marital status pregnancy protected veteran status order of protection status protected genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
