Chemotherapy Technician - Pharmacy Mullica Hill - PT Day

$5,000 sign on bonus

MAJOR FUNCTION:

The Chemotherapy Pharmacy Technician is responsible for all aspects of IV compounding, inventory, dispensing and distribution of hazardous and non-hazardous drugs in the oncology pharmacy under pharmacist supervision. Performs the manual technical tasks involved with the proper storage, distribution, packaging and labeling of drugs, associated record keeping and patient charging systems. Works under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist. Follows proper procedures for the operation of equipment and use of supplies. Accurately and timely prepares and all chemotherapy medications, including IV medications, under the direct supervision of the pharmacist as per policy, NJ Board of Pharmacy regulations, and USP 797/800 Chapter guidelines. Familiarity and utilization of safe hazardous/chemotherapy protocols including the use of closed system transfer devices (CSTD’s) and personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensures all medications are properly delivered and charged. Key aspects to ambulatory oncology pharmacy include prior authorization of clinic-administered medications and specialty pharmacy medications, validation of drug claims through revenue work queues (e.g., JW modifiers, Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System codes), and management of denied claims.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years or more hospital pharmacy technician experience is required.
• Previous 2 years experience performing sterile compounding required.
• Prior experience with chemotherapy and hazardous compounding preferred.
• Knowledgeable in USP Chapters 797/800.

Certification/Licensure:

• Registered New Jersey Pharmacy Technician required, within 6 months of employment in this position.
• Required – Eligible for or Active NJ Pharmacy Technician registration.
• Required - CPhT – Certified Pharmacy Technician
• Preferred – CSPT (Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician) or OPTA (Oncology Pharmacy Technician Association Certification).

Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (>80%)

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Environmental Conditions:

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At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.

Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.

Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.