Senior Acute Oncology Pharmacy Technician

Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

Pharmacy-Cancer Ctr-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Pharmacy

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Enjoy great challenges and build your knowledge in Oncology in beautiful Tucson, Arizona! The University of Arizona Cancer Center (UACC) is a Center of Excellence. As a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, there is a strong focus on research, with the overall mission to prevent and cure cancer. On the forefront of prevention, treatment, and research, our oncology services provide optimal and innovative clinical care for patients confronted with all types of cancers. From detection and diagnosis to treatment and bedside care, we work to make our patients’ lives better, empowering them to become cancer survivors. With Clinical Scientists involved in over two hundred clinical trials, The University of Arizona Cancer Center encompasses three established scientific Research Programs that work together to accomplish the Center’s mission to prevent and cure cancer: Cancer Biology, Cancer Prevention and Control, and Clinical and Translational Oncology. This enables the investigation of a broad spectrum of new diagnostic, prevention, and treatment strategies. This position is located at BUMC Tucson (3838 N Campbell Ave) with occasional rotations at BUMC Tucson University of Arizona (1891 W Orange Grove Rd).

As a Senior Acute Oncology Pharmacy Technician, you will become part of an elite professional group of technicians. You will develop an elevated level of expertise and work alongside a high functioning team to provide first class service to our patients. We work in unison with outstanding pharmacists and a dedicated nursing staff. Your responsibilities will include compounding procedures, IV preparation, ordering and putting away medications, evaluating inventory needs, daily interaction with pharmacist staff, as well as nursing. You will take responsibility to ensure that the IV room work areas are operating as needed to meet the need of patient care. We are looking for candidates who are initiative-taking, seeking opportunities to gain experience and grow in our unique pharmacy setting. Must have IV compounding experience.

This is a full-time day shift position working five, 8-hour shifts per week within the hours of 6:30am-5:30pm Monday-Friday and 7:30am-4:00pm on Saturday. Shifts will vary between opening, mid-day, and closing times including rotating Saturdays and rotating holidays.  The Saturday rotation occurs approximately once every seven weeks. Schedule subject to change based on business needs. Join us to be a part of this amazing team - apply today!

Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position will work under the supervision of the pharmacist performing routine duties in packaging, distribution, non-sterile compounding, and record-keeping of pharmaceutical supplies. Serves as a liaison between the customer and the pharmacist. Effectively uses pharmacy computer systems to investigate and respond to missing medication requests. Consistently demonstrates an ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives, and choose the appropriate course of action. Demonstrates proficiency in preparing compounded intravenous medications, total parenteral nutrition products, and chemotherapeutic agents within compliance with USP <797>/<800>. Ensures that the sterile compounding environment and