ADMIXTURE TECHNICIAN - FULL TIME

Description

Essential Functions

• Reconstitute Chemo Medications and other Chemo related medications

• Demonstrates a basic understanding of simple calculations involved in the preparation of admixtures.

• Practices aseptic technique to ensure that the sterile product is free from contamination.

• Demonstrates appropriate manipulation technique within the biosafety cabinet.

• Maintains cleanliness within the chemotherapy preparation area.

• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Lynx Mobile dispensing system and utilizes its function as an inventory control system as well as a charging system.

• Demonstrates an understanding of the admixture queue within IntelliDose as it relates to the daily planning of chemotherapy treatment preparation.

• Maintains inventory of oncology products, as well as all of the supplies, used in the preparation of admixtures and administrations.

• Promptly and properly stores medications and supplies once they have been received in the clinic.

Infusion Area

• Reconstitute Chemo Medications and other related Chemo related medications

• Utilize IV verification system in the rehydration of Chemo Medications and other related Chemo Medications

• Utilize clinical resources to ensure proper dosing and administration

• Manage drug inventory via pharmacy inventory system; monitor to reduce overstock

• Maintain Biohazard Safety Cabinet for daily use and preventive maintenance schedule

• Review daily treatment schedule and assess drug availability

• Maintain QA records of equipment – refrigerator, freezer, eyewash station, etc.

• Restock supplies required for infusion area

• Order supplies for infusion area and maintain counts in inventory management system; is aware of cost containment and strives for efficiency

• Check emergency drug box for expiration dates and replacement as needed

Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Standing for long periods of time (8 hrs)

• Walking for long periods of time (8 hrs)

• Sitting for extended periods (8 hrs)

• Must be able to bend, stoop and reach/lift above your head

• Sight: must be able to read documentation in a variety of formats such as items in print or electronically and must be able to visualize patient condition.

• Auditory: must be able to hear to clearly communicate with others

• Must have the ability to handle equipment and/or devices related to job duties such as enter documentation within computer system.

• Proper body mechanics will be used when moving or lifting any equipment or supplies.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Previous IV admixture experience
• High school graduate
• National or state certification as a pharmacy technician
• Experience in admixture preparation via a hospital or home infusion environment

Preferred Education and Experience

• Registered Pharmacy Technician (State Certification preferred)
• · Basic skills in mathematics
• · Skilled in teamwork in the workplace
• · Previous oncology experience desired