Pharmacy Technician - Worcester, United States - Equity Staffing Group
Description
Equity Staffing Group is currently staffing a Pharmacy Technician with Infusion experience for on-site work in Worcester, MA. This is contract work with a Fortune 100 organization.
Our client serves more than 85 million people and has a reputation for bold ideas.
If you enjoy working with energetic people in a collaborative environment, we want to speak with you
Position: Pharmacy Technician (Infusion)
Location: Worcester, MA 01606
Duration: 6 Month contract to start, potential for extension and/or conversion to FTE
Rate: $28.00/Hr
Start Date: ASAP
Important: Must have active PTCB/CPHT
Description:
Responsible for providing timely preparation and distribution of medications and IV solutions to include chemotherapeutic and bio therapeutic agents within the oncology / infusion center in conjunction with established guidelines, policies and procedures, and statutory requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: compounding hazardous and non-hazardous medications, batch compounding of pharmaceutical products, inventory management, medication tracking, compliance with regulatory standards, utilizing the various equipment and technology available in the pharmacy, and performing various quality control tasks as assigned.
Position Responsibilities:
Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures in all areas of practice.
Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, performs functions pertaining to the dispensing of chemotherapy, bio therapy, hazardous and other medications.
Proficient in sterile products preparation, proficient and able to perform practices dictated by the USP 797/800 guidelines.
Provides coverage in areas of need in the pharmacy operation within scope of responsibilities.
Demonstrates safe handling and disposal of chemotherapy agents, as outlined by OSHA, USP ?797? and USP ?800? standards.
Appropriately pulls pre-medications from dispensing cabinet, and chemotherapy/biotherapy as orders are presented.
Safely and accurately mixes and prepares all prescribed medications, including chemotherapy/biotherapy for pharmacist check, in a timely and efficient manner to ensure minimal delay in patient treatments.
Prepares labels, bags, and dispenses the products.
Dates and properly stores partial multi-dose vials, Draws up and dates injectables.
Reviews stock, orders medications daily from vendor, and follows up on back-ordered stock.
Receives/checks-in all orders.
Under the direction of Pharmacy Management and the pharmacist this position will maintain adequate supply and utilize cost-containment practices.
Appropriately operates and maintains specialized pharmacy equipment. Charts all scheduled maintenance designed to ensure sterility according to protocol. Performs daily, weekly, monthly and terminal cleaning of IV admixture spaces.
Maintains general pharmacy knowledge of medications, medication dosage forms, and trade and generic names.
Thorough knowledge in preparation of sterile parenteral products using proper aseptic technique, knowledge of pharmaceutical calculations, proper product labeling, and product reconstitution procedures. Thorough understanding of medication order procedures involving the pharmacy computer system.
Complies with health and safety requirements and with regulatory agencies such as DPH, etc.
Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, seminars, etc.
Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed.
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
Regular, reliable and predicable attendance is required.
Position Qualifications:
High school graduate, or equivalent. Minimum of 1-2 years required, prior Infusion/Oncology experience preferred. Registration with the Board, or application for registration upon completion of 1 year preferred. PTCB Certification or CPhT required
Medical terminology and attention to details. Fluency in the English language to function in job environment appropriately. Professional and effective verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, and customer service skills. Strong organizational, problem solving and follow through skills. Ability to multi-task, react to changes quickly/productively, and tolerate interruptions. Ability to work autonomously when necessary. Strong customer service orientation and placing priority on serving the needs of patients and families. Demonstrate knowledge of current computer systems, equipment or programs used in the organization. Knowledge of laws, regulations and standards governing the practice of pharmacy
Hours: M-F Open from 7am-5pm
Min Education: High School Diploma OR GED
Additional: All employees need to have the TB blood test, MMR, Varicella, Hep B titers, and respirator medical clearance
Equity Staffing Group is one of the fastest growing Native American owned staffing companies in the United States. We are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) and the Rocky Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council (RMMSDC).
Equity Staffing Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Staffing Group will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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