Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Oregon

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Compass Oncology – the Northwest’s Largest Private Practice Oncology Center - is looking to expand the Pharmacy Admixture Technician team at our West Cancer Clinic located in Tigard, Oregon. This person in this position will help prepare, maintain, and deliver medications for our amazing patients. If are looking for a new challenge in your career, and have a heart for service, we want to hear from you!

Salary Range: $23.87-$39.06 Per Hour

**Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise as well as internal employee equity considerations.

JOB SCOPE:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare medication orders by compounding or admixing injectable medications under supervision of a physician. Checks all medication orders for completeness of information.
• Float to other clinical sites depending on departmental need.
• Verifies patient information and provider authorization of medication orders.
• Reviews all medication orders for insurance approval before admixing medications.
• Under a health care professional's supervision, processes medication orders including preparing labels, admixture details; followed by admixing medications as ordered by providers in an accurate and timely manner as per department guidelines. Prepares all medications within OSHA guidelines, and US Oncology and Compass Oncology guidelines. Verifies dose calculations and calculates correct dosage volumes.
• Counts controlled substances and maintain records. Maintains current drug information and MSDS sheets. Properly disposes all materials used when mixing chemotherapy or non-chemotherapy medications.
• With admix team conducts required cleaning and maintenance of the admix area and the pharmacy department with the specific departmental policies and procedures.
• Cleans hoods and clean rooms as stated in policy and procedures.
• Logs and dates all medications that are being used. Maintains drug inventory, including checking monthly for outdates. Keeps accurate temperature logs and other quality assurance logs. Maintains control documentation of medications, including lot numbers and all other quality assurance activities
• Collaborates with team members to maintain indigent patient medication program and records. Completes and maintains accountability logs on all research medications
• Orders supplies and medications and ensures adequate supply of medications and medical and pharmacy supplies. Receives and shelves medications. Maintains inventory control of medications
• Reviews and checks medication charges daily, in preparation for revenue cycle team. Thorough understanding of department automation, data entry and report generation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician training required.
• Pharmacy Technician license for Washington and/or Oregon strongly preferred.

Experience/Training:

• Minimum (1-3) years of experience in a hospital or clinic pharmacy experience strongly preferred.
• Previous Admixture experience required especially in oncology strongly preferred.
• Flexibility to travel between clinics as needed, requiring reliable transportation.

More About The Company
Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in the fields of surgical, medical and radiation oncology, pathology and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and an even more cohesive patient experience. In addition, the majority of our physicians specialize in particular cancer types, bringing a heightened level of expertise to our patients. If you are a dedicated, team-oriented, patient-centered individual looking for an opportunity where you are proud of what you do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing you made a difference in the lives of our patients; Compass Oncology is the place for you!

As a member of The US Oncology Network, one of the nation's largest community-based cancer treatment and research networks, Compass Oncology participates in leading-edge clinical trials through US Oncology research, which has helped develop 89 FDA approved cancer therapies. We serve the Portland and Vancouver communities with clinical offices located throughout the metro area.

To learn more about Compass Oncology and its daily mission, please visit our website at https://compassoncology.com/

When you feel supported, both from a health and financial wellness perspective, you have the energy and motivation to make good things happen — whether it is caring for patients, caring for yourself and your family, or giving back to your community. That’s why Compass Oncology offers a full suite of competitive benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. From health and wellness programs, to retirement education and plans, we give you the tools to make great choices for your health and financial wellbeing now and in the future.

Our Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical , Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness, Hospital, and Legal Plans
• PTO and Holiday Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
• EAP
• Perks
• Jeans Fridays!

For more details: Compass Employee Benefits

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.