Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $19.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Paid Time Off
401k plan with company match
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Retail Discounts
Job Description
Texas Oncology is recognized as the largest community oncology provider in the United States, boasting over 600 providers across more than 220 locations in Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Since its inception, Texas Oncology has pioneered community-based cancer care, focusing on delivering high-quality and accessible cancer treatments in local communities. This approach enables patients to receive crucial care close to home, surrounded by the support of their families and friends. The organization's mission underscores a commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology and research to provide evidence-based, compassionate cancer care. Texas Oncology proudly treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually, solidifying... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Entry-level pharmacy experience
- Certification as a pharmacy technician recommended unless required by state law
- Pharmacy retail experience preferred
- Minimum one year pharmacy experience with IV skills for Level 2
- IV certification preferred for Level 2
- Minimum five years pharmacy experience with IV skills for Senior level
- Oncology background or extensive IV preparation experience preferred for Senior level
- Ability to perform manual and finger dexterity tasks
- Ability to read and note measurements
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
- Corrected vision and hearing within normal range
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Entry-level experience in a pharmacy
- Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate recommended unless required by state law
- Pharmacy retail experience preferred
- Minimum of one year of experience in a pharmacy with IV skills for Level 2
- IV certification preferred for Level 2
- Minimum five years of experience in a pharmacy with IV skills for Senior level
- Oncology background preferred or extensive IV preparation experience for Senior level
- Completion of an ASHP accredited program or community college-based program recommended for Senior level
Job Duties
- Assist with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision
- Check all orders for completeness and verify patient information and proper physician authorization
- Admix drugs as ordered by a physician in an accurate and timely manner, adhering to department, OSHA, and interoffice guidelines
- Calculate correct dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents
- Assist in controlled substance record keeping in accordance with practice guidelines, state and federal regulations
- Dispose of materials used in mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs in accordance with practice guidelines, state and federal law
- Clean hoods daily, check drugs monthly for outdates, and perform and document other quality assurance activities
- Maintain accurate temperature logs and logs for protocol and patient assistance drugs
- Manage inventory appropriately, including proper documentation of inventory quantities, lot numbers and expiration dating when appropriate
- Provide support across the medication use continuum including label preparation, documentation perform basic data entry and pre-billing review, and order medications and supplies as directed
- Assist with required cleaning and maintenance of the admixture area and the pharmacy department in accordance with state rules and USP compliance
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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