Inspira Health·Harrison Township, New Jersey
Responsible for the compounding, dispensing, and distribution of hazardous and non-hazardous oncology medications under pharmacist supervision. Manages technical tasks including drug storage, labeling, record keeping, and the validation of drug claims.
The Chemotherapy Pharmacy Technician is responsible for all aspects of IV compounding, inventory, dispensing and distribution of hazardous and non-hazardous drugs in the oncology pharmacy under pharmacist supervision. Performs the manual technical tasks involved with the proper storage, distribution, packaging and labeling of drugs, associated record keeping and patient charging systems. Works under the direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist. Follows proper procedures for the operation of equipment and use of supplies. Accurately and timely prepares and all chemotherapy medications, including IV medications, under the direct supervision of the pharmacist as per policy, NJ Board of Pharmacy regulations, and USP 797/800 Chapter guidelines. Familiarity and utilization of safe hazardous/chemotherapy protocols including the use of closed system transfer devices (CSTD’s) and personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensures all medications are properly delivered and charged. Key aspects to ambulatory oncology pharmacy include prior authorization of clinic-administered medications and specialty pharmacy medications, validation of drug claims through revenue work queues (e.g., JW modifiers, Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System codes), and management of denied claims.
Education & Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required. Three years or more hospital pharmacy technician experience is required. Previous 2 years experience performing sterile compounding required. Prior experience with chemotherapy and hazardous compounding preferred. Knowledgeable in USP Chapters 797/800. Certification/Licensure: Registered New Jersey Pharmacy Technician required, within 6 months of employment in this position. Required – Eligible for or Active NJ Pharmacy Technician registration. Required - CPhT – Certified Pharmacy Technician Preferred – CSPT (Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician) or OPTA (Oncology Pharmacy Technician Association Certification). Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (>80%) Lifting <20lbs O Standing C Sitting F Lifting 20-50lbs O Climbing O Kneeling O Lifting>50lbs O Crouching O Reaching O Carrying O Hearing C Walking F Pushing O Talking F Vision C Environmental Conditions: Noise F Varied Temperatures O Cleaning Agents F Noxious odors O Patient Exposure O Operative Equipment F BENEFITS INFORMATION: Click Here to Review Our Great Benefits Offerings
Requires a high school diploma, at least three years of hospital pharmacy experience, and two years of sterile compounding experience. Must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) and eligible for New Jersey Pharmacy Technician registration.
Market context
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