Certified Pharmacy Technician III - Hematology/Oncology

Pharmacy Technician

Location: Lebanon, NH

The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Pharmacy seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician to join our Outpatient Hematology/Oncology team. Working in the Dartmouth Cancer Center, the Certified Pharmacy Technician III works under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist to perform routine and specialized technical and clerical duties for drug distribution to patients, including sterile compounding, stocking Omnicells, and maintaining a clean working environment.

This individual has excellent customer service skills and is able to function independently within their scope of responsibility. The incumbent is able to demonstrate leadership skills on a day-to-day basis. This job builds on the responsibilities of a Pharmacy Technician Certified II.

This is a Full Time 40/hr week benefited position. Day shift schedule.

Job Description:

• Answer phones
• Prepare prescription and non-prescription medication and/or devices
• Stock and replenish stock locations and automated dispensing machines and/or robots
• Serve as a preceptor and assist with orienting and training of pharmacy department staff
• Provide CII oversight
• Communicate supply issues, problems, or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel
• Assist with workflow management

Inpatient and Infusion Specific Responsibilities:

• Prepare intravenous admixtures or other sterile drug products (including antineoplastic, investigational and hazardous medications) in accordance with USP chapters and under supervision of a licensed Pharmacist
• Prepare or compound non-sterile drug products (including antineoplastic, investigational and hazardous medications) in accordance with USP chapters and under supervision of a licensed Pharmacist
• Utilize closed system transfer devices to limit potential exposure of the environment to hazardous medications
• Follow investigational protocols in the preparation of study medications, maintain records of preparation, stability, and dispense as required
• Maintain the hardware and software of the department's multiple computer systems

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in a health or related field, with 1 year of pharmacy experience, or the equivalent in education and experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with accuracy
• Ability to multitask and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful situations

Required Licensure/Certifications:

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the NH Board of Pharmacy required
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification required
• BLS Certification required within 30 days of hire for Pharmacy Technicians in the Retail or Specialty Pharmacy if required to administer immunizations