Senior Pharmacy Technician

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

***Shift: M-F 1:00 PM- 9:30 PM, rotating coverage as needed***

The pharmacy technician under the supervision of a registered pharmacist is responsible for assisting in the preparation and distribution of patient medications. The pharmacy technician will assist in maintaining inventory and stock medications throughout the hospital, utilizing pharmacy inventory systems. The pharmacy technician will assist with daily required review of regulatory paperwork.

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

Competent in aseptic compounding of sterile IV preparations in compliance with USP 797 and USP 800 guidelines, including but not limited to TPN, IV drips, and chemotherapyAssists with maintaining adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established inventory control levelsAssist with the management of the automated dispensing machines reporting for quality and regulatory measures.Assists with pharmacy workflow by streamlining phone calls to the appropriate staff member; and delivery of patient specific medications to departments throughout the facility.Participation in departmental and hospital quality assurance programs with an emphasis on patient safety, and regulatory compliance.Assists with regulatory required monthly unit inspections for all departments that stock medications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma

Licensure: Current Arizona Pharmacy Technician License

Certification: National Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

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City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria:  work experience, qualifications, and work location.