Infusion Pharmacy Technician IV - IV Therapy
Company: MaineHealth
Location: Portland
Posted on: September 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary
($3,000.00 Sign on Bonus paid in 3 installments, prorated for Part
Time)
Current MaineHealth employees not eligible for the sign on bonus.
Must be separated from MaineHealth system for 6 months to be
eligible.
Position Summary
We thrive at our ambulatory oncology practice because of the people
and our shared dedication to provide our patients with
compassionate care. It is unique to find a position where your team
members collaborate and support each other to maximize
functionality across multiple disciplines. We pride ourselves in
creating the healthiest work environment possible and, as a result,
we are able to achieve our ultimate goal of optimizing both patient
care and patient experience.
Under the general supervision of a pharmacist, the technician
performs a variety of technical and precise duties relating to
medication preparation, storage, distribution, and disposition. The
Advanced Outpatient Oncology Infusion Pharmacy Technician I
functions at the highest level of the pharmacy technician career
advancement program. This position requires an individual who
functions independently and autonomously at all outpatient infusion
sites. This individual performs the daily preparation of
non-hazardous and hazardous parenteral injections for pediatric and
adult patients. The position is also responsible for specialized
medication procurement and inventory control of medications and
non-medication supplies. This position serves as a technician
leader, mentor, and trainer for other pharmacy technicians. . The
position requires an ability to interpret pharmaceutical
terminology including a wide variety of chemical compound names,
quantification of medication needs based on prescribed dose,
frequency, available dosage forms, and respond to inquiries
regarding medication distribution from other healthcare
professionals.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: High school diploma, GED, or Associate's Degree
preferred.
License/Certifications: CphT certificate is required within one
year of hire and must maintain certification. Currently licensed as
a pharmacy technician in the State of Maine or currently eligible
consistent with the current State of Maine Board of Pharmacy
requirements.
Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a
pharmacy, healthcare, or related area. New hires with greater than
5 years of experience will have 6 months to meet the essential
functions of this role.
Able to meet requirements of sterile compounding as defined by USP
797 (media fill test and gloved fingertip sampling) within three
months of hire.
Additional Information Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated
700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution. MMC is Maine's
largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource. MMC offers
outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in
Portland.
Keywords: MaineHealth, Portland , Infusion Pharmacy Technician IV - IV Therapy, Professions , Portland, Maine
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