Covenant Health·Knoxville, Tennessee
The technician is responsible for the accurate preparation, compounding, and dispensing of chemotherapy and intravenous medications under pharmacist supervision. They also manage pharmaceutical inventory and maintain the safety and cleanliness of clean rooms and biological safety cabinets.
Overview Advanced Chemotherapy Pharmacy Technician, Infusion Services at Lenior City Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift Covenant Health Oncology Group Overview:Covenant Health Oncology Group, part of Thompson Cancer Survival Center and Covenant Health, is a leader in medical oncology across East Tennessee. Our board-certified specialists and advanced practice providers deliver personalized care using proven treatments and the latest clinical trial therapies. With convenient locations and affiliated infusion centers, Thompson Oncology Group offers comprehensive services, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy, close to home, with a commitment to excellence and compassionate care.
Under the direct supervision of the pharmacist, performs functions pertaining to the dispensing of chemotherapy medications. Technical functions are expanded to include IV process proficiency, problem solving skills, admixture of hazardous medications and quality improvement involvement. Leadership skills are required to include demonstrated written and verbal communication that supports the overall objectives of the department.
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. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
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 of experience in the storage, handling, and disposal of chemotherapy drugs or two (2) years of 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.
Requires three years of experience in chemotherapy drug handling or two years with a state-approved certification. Candidates must obtain a Tennessee Board of Pharmacy license within 90 days of hire.
Market context
Hospital pharmacy roles in Tennessee are often driven by steady demand for licensed pharmacists who can support inpatient medication safety, sterile compounding, and controlled-substance handling. These positions are competitive because employers usually want an accredited pharmacy degree, an active Tennessee license with Controlled Substance Qualification Endorsement, and prior hospital experience; IV admixture experience can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and highlight any hospital or IV compounding experience on your resume.