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The Oncology Institute · 1 month ago

Chemotherapy Infusion Technician

Glendale, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$24/hr - $30/hr

2+ years exp

The Oncology Institute is advancing oncology by delivering specialized cancer care in community settings. As a Chemotherapy Infusion Technician, you will compound and prepare IV medications, supporting patients and oncology teams in a collaborative environment.

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Responsibilities

Compounding IV medications: This involves measuring and mixing medications, sterile solutions, and additives according to established protocols and guidelines. IV technicians must follow aseptic techniques to maintain a sterile environment during the compounding process

Labeling and packaging: IV technicians are responsible for properly labeling and packaging the compounded IV medications, ensuring that all necessary information, such as patient name, medication name, dosage, and expiration date, is clearly indicated

Inventory management: IV technicians are responsible for monitoring and maintaining inventory levels of IV medications, quantities, lot numbers/expiration date accuracy, supplies, and equipment. This includes ordering, receiving, and restocking medications as needed

Quality control: IV technicians must adhere to quality control standards and procedures to ensure the accuracy, sterility, and safety of compounded IV medications. IV technicians will also be involved in department quality improvement initiatives

Environmental monitoring: IV pharmacy technicians participate in maintaining both environmental controls (ex: filling out appropriate logs, daily/monthly cleaning) and personnel controls (ex: donning appropriate PPE)

Hood certification: IV technicians participate in the certification procedure every 6 months

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor such as cross training in oral chemo dispensaries

Qualification

Compounding IV medicationsPharmacy technician certificationInventory managementQuality controlEnvironmental monitoringCustomer service skillsMathematical skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skills

Required

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician training program

Minimum two years' experience in compounding IV admixtures, preferably including IV chemotherapy

Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices, procedures, medication, and supplies

Excellent interpersonal, customer and patient service skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate when appropriate

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Preferred

National Pharmacy Technician Certification is strongly preferred

Benefits

Mileage will be reimbursed

Company

The Oncology Institute

Founded in 2007, The Oncology Institute (NASDAQ: TOI) is advancing oncology by delivering highly specialized, value-based cancer care in the community setting.

Founded in 2007

Downey, California, USA

501-1000 employees