Pharmacy Technician - Humble, TX
Company: US Oncology, Inc.
Location: Humble
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview Texas Oncology's Covid 19 vaccine mandate policy
requires that all new hires be vaccinated or obtain an approved
exemption before their start date. More information will be
provided to you throughout the interview process. Texas Oncology is
looking for a Pharmacy Technician to join our team! This position
will support and work at our Humble, Texas location. Texas Oncology
is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has
approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and
southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based
cancer care because they believed in making the best available
cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight
cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends
nearby. Our mission is still the same today - at Texas Oncology, we
use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality,
high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve
"More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against
cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed
with cancer on an annual basis. Why work for us? Come join our team
that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating
more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in
Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that
includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and
Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan
that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards
you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks
such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and
discounts on some of your favorite retailers. What does the
Pharmacy Technician do? Under direct supervision of a registered
pharmacist working within a licensed pharmacy, performs the
technical, nonjudgemental aspects of medication preparation,
distribution, record keeping and inventory control. Tasks are
subject to sequential or final verification by a registered nurse
or a registered pharmacist. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology
Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business
Standards. Specific state law may regulate that only licensed
individuals perform compounding or mixing responsibilities. As a
result, certain incumbents are prohibited from said tasks.
Responsibilities The essential duties and responsibilities:
-Prepares medication orders by compounding or admixing medications
under supervision of a registered pharmacist. -Checks all orders
for completeness of information. Verifies patient information and
proper physician authorization. -Checks all orders for insurance
approval before admixing. Under a professional's supervision,
admixes drugs as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely
manner as per department guidelines, and preparing all drugs within
OSHA guidelines and interoffice guidelines. -Calculates correct
dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary
equivalents. Maintains indigent patient drug program as assigned.
Counts controlled drugs weekly and maintain records. -Maintains
current drug information and MSDS sheets. Properly disposes all
materials used when mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs. Cleans hood
daily or as stated in policy and procedures. -Logs and dates all
drugs that are being used. Checks drugs monthly for outdate and
other quality assurance activities as assigned. -Keeps accurate
temperature logs. Keeps accurate logs on all protocol drugs and
patient assistance drugs. -Maintains proper control documentation
of medications, including lot numbers. Complete inventory control
of medications. -Receives and shelves medications. Assists lead
pharmacy technician in ensuring that standard drug supplies are in
adequate supply in all departments. Prepares labels. Files and
prepares billing. Performs efficient data entry into systems used
by pharmacy and admixture. Qualifications The ideal candidate for
the Phlebotomist position will have the following background and
experience: High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum three to
five years experience in a pharmacy with I.V. skills. I.V.
certification preferred. Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate
or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended Texas Oncology is
part of the US Oncology Network and is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, or national origin.The ideal
candidate for the Phlebotomist position will have the following
background and experience: High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum three to five years experience in a pharmacy with I.V.
skills. I.V. certification preferred. Certified Pharmacy Technician
certificate or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended Texas
Oncology is part of the US Oncology Network and is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national
origin.The essential duties and responsibilities: -Prepares
medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under
supervision of a registered pharmacist. -Checks all orders for
completeness of information. Verifies patient information and
proper physician authorization. -Checks all orders for insurance
approval before admixing. Under a professional's supervision,
admixes drugs as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely
manner as per department guidelines, and preparing all drugs within
OSHA guidelines and interoffice guidelines. -Calculates correct
dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary
equivalents. Maintains indigent patient drug program as assigned.
Counts controlled drugs weekly and maintain records. -Maintains
current drug information and MSDS sheets. Properly disposes all
materials used when mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs. Cleans hood
daily or as stated in policy and procedures. -Logs and dates all
drugs that are being used. Checks drugs monthly for outdate and
other quality assurance activities as assigned. -Keeps accurate
temperature logs. Keeps accurate logs on all protocol drugs and
patient assistance drugs. -Maintains proper control documentation
of medications, including lot numbers. Complete inventory control
of medications. -Receives and shelves medications. Assists lead
pharmacy technician in ensuring that standard drug supplies are in
adequate supply in all departments. Prepares labels. Files and
prepares billing. Performs efficient data entry into systems used
by pharmacy and admixture.
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