Pharmaceutical Technician

7 days ago

Maryville, Tennessee, United States Covenant Health (Tennessee) Full time
Job Title: Pharm Tech Adv-Chemo

Covenant Health (Tennessee) is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Pharm Tech Adv-Chemo to join our team at LeConte Medical Center. As a key member of our infusion services team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support to our patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment.

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, the Pharm Tech Adv-Chemo will perform functions related to the dispensing of chemotherapy medications. This includes technical functions such as IV process proficiency, problem-solving skills, admixture of hazardous medications, and quality improvement involvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, including demonstrated written and verbal communication that supports the overall objectives of the department.

Responsibilities:
  • Performs all position accountabilities and performance criteria for level I and level II technicians.
  • Assists the pharmacist in the training of technicians in levels I and II.
  • Initiates and/or coordinates improvement activities as appropriate.
  • Assists in the implementation of new projects, including the development of policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and competency in providing for age-specific needs of the oncology population served.
  • Accurately performs calculations to prepare, compound, and dispense chemotherapy medications.
  • Assists pharmacists in preparing compounds, chemotherapy, and intravenous medications upon physician's orders.
  • Responsible for pharmaceutical inventory stocking, restocking, and management of chemotherapy medications and supplies; reconciles invoices.
  • Maintains clean and safe operation of biological safety cabinets by performing daily hood cleaning/decontamination.
  • Maintains clean and safe operation of the facility's clean rooms by performing monthly air and surface testing for microbial surveillance.
  • Exhibits understanding of the gauges used to read the air pressure of the negative pressure room, positive pressure room, and ante room and the proper action needed if readings are outside acceptable levels.
  • Responsible for appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the preparation of chemotherapy agents.
  • Adheres to the guidelines for safe handling of hazardous waste (Chemotherapy Hazardous Waste Spill Policy).
  • Maintains Investigational Drug supply with strict adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum Education: None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
  • Minimum Experience: Three (3) years experience in the storage, handling, and disposal of chemotherapy drugs or two (2) years experience with State approved certification.
  • Licensure Requirement: The Tennessee Board of Pharmacy requires newly hired probationary employees to be licensed by the end of their first 90 days of hire and to maintain their Technician License in active status thereafter.

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