Pharmacy Technician, Oncology

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Organization

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

Position Overview

Provides timely and accurate pharmaceutical care. Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medication, nutritional products, IV admixture and solutions (e.g., chemotherapy, biotherapy, etc.), and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) according to Sutter Health policies, state/ federal regulations, and The Joint Commission standards. Assists with medicine and supplies inventory management and control, including maintaining adequate stock levels, checking accuracy of pricing, and completing required regulatory documentation. Adheres to all standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control polices to maintain a safe and sterile medication area, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods. Limited Term position

Job Description

EDUCATION

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• Other: Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• PHRMTECHR-Registered Pharmacy Technician

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN

• 1 year of pharmacy technician experience in the preparation of IV admixture (including chemotherapy), sterile technique, and outpatient dispensing.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

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Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations.

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Knowledge and understanding of different Pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.

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Knowledge and ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications.

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Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including The Joint Commission, Title XXII, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

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Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

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Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

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General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday, Variable

Weekend Requirements

As Needed

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $37.85 to $47.31 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.