What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admixture Technician position at City of Hope?
Admixture Technician
About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
The successful candidate:
***Shift: M-F 7:00AM-3:30PM***
Under direct supervision of a physician working within a clinic admixture room, performs the technical, nonjudgmental aspects of order verification, medication preparation, distribution, record keeping and inventory control. Tasks are subject to sequential or final verification by another admixture technician, pharmacist, registered nurse, mid-level provider, or physician. This position reports directly to the Pharmacy Supervisor.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Two years within the last five years in a comparable job classification with chemotherapy compounding experience.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensure: Current Arizona pharmacy technician license
Certification: National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)
Special Skills:
- Knowledge of MS Office (Spreadsheets/Word-processing)
- Mathematically able to calculate dosages
- Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems and other pharmacy related technology including automated systems.
- Clear understanding of technician-related pharmacy law.
- Strong communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong background in the admixing of sterile oncology preparations
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
