Pharmacy Admix Tech - PRN

at Illinois Cancer Specialists in Niles, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Overview

Pharmacy Admix Tech - PRN/On Call
This position will be located in Niles, IL. Illinois Cancer Specialists provides cancer treatment and support for patients in the northwest area communities.
SCOPE: Under direct supervision of a physician working within a clinic admixture room, 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.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Prepares medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision of a physician.
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. Maintain current drug information and MSDS sheets.
Properly disposes all materials used when msiing chem or non-chemo IVs. Cleans hood daily or as stated in policy and procedures.
Logs and dates all drugs that are bein 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 admixture technician in ensuring that standard drug supplies are in adequate supply in all departments.
Prepares labels. Files and prepares billing. Performs efficient dataentry into systems used by pharmacy and admixture. Ordering of medication and supplies as directed.
Assist with required cleaning and maintenance of the admix are and the pharmacy department in general to minimize particle counts and improve overall sanitation.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum three to five years experience in pharmacy.
Certified Pharmacy Technician Certificate or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended.
COMPETENCIES:
Uses technical and functional experience: Possesses up to date knowledge of the profession and industry; is regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate.
Demonstrates adaptability/ handles day to day work challenges confidentily; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities.
Commits to Quality.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.