Date Posted:

2024-12-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

Gainesville Cancer Center

WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence.  With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network.  Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care.  We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

Position Summary: 

• The Pharmacy Operations float pharmacy technician is responsible for performing a variety of complex technical skills and functions in the preparation of chemotherapeutic and other hazardous and nonhazardous agents.
• To carry out the assignments of this position, the technician must possess first-rate techniques in sterile product preparation, a thorough understanding of the principles of biological safety cabinets, and a knowledge base of antineoplastic/cytotoxic agents including the precautions needed in the handling of these products, the ability to travel throughout the state of Florida and flexibility to stay overnight if needed for multiple days.
• Pharmacy Technicians are expected to maintain a high degree of accurate productivity and performance while being extremely sensitive to the specific contribution of total patient care.
• The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the ordering and inventory of medications, clinical supplies, and act as liaison between Physicians, Nursing, Pharmacy Supervisor and Procurement in obtaining special order medications.
• This position will be required to travel to clinic locations weekly.Daytona Cancer CenterFleming Island OfficeGainesville Cancer CenterLake City OfficeMiddleburg OfficeMandarin OfficePalm Coast MMSOrmond Beach OfficePalatka OfficePort Orange OfficeSt. John OfficeTallahassee Cancer CenterPosition Qualifications/Requirements
• Education: High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Previous Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years experience in the pharmacy field, in a clinical setting as a Pharmacy Technician is preferred. IV sterile compounding experience is preferred.
• PTCB Certification or Florida Registered as Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Medical terminology and attention to detail is desirable.
• Fluency in the English language as well as strong communication skills to interact with a wide variety of personalities.
• Must be willing to travel occasionally to educational and research meetings as well as training sessions.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License for travel to clinics is required
• Core Capabilities: (as applicable edit each capability and degree of skills required)
• Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills.
• Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness.
• Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.