Compounding Technician II

We don’t train our people to be nice… We simply hire nice people

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children?

We are looking for the brightest and the best to join our team!

Are you under challenged in your current position? Are you looking for a career in a high-energy, complex clinical environment?

Two major benefits offered by Cure 4 The Kids Foundation

• One of the most competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit packages in the field of healthcare
• A state-of-the-art clinical and administrative environment located at 215 and Town Center, Summerlin on the Roseman University Campus
  
  

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation was voted #10 on the list of the Best Non-Profits to Work For in the U.S.

If you instinctively say yes to the following questions, this may be your next career opportunity:

• Are you an exceptional Compounding Technician who absolutely thrives on getting things done with a high level of accuracy while being part of a collaborative and accountable team?
• Can you be relied upon to be receptive and open to learning new processes and procedures to ensure continuous quality improvement?
• Are you willing to be proactive in collaborating with our physicians and clinical team?
  
  

What It Takes To Be Part Of Our Team

Are you an exceptional and experienced Pharmacy Technician who absolutely thrives on being part of an accountable and collaborative team serving the needs of children and their families? Do you bring the highest standards of integrity and professionalism to your team? Do you thrive in an environment where you are valued and appreciated for who you are, how hard you work and for that something special you bring to the teams you choose to work with? Are you looking for an organization that offers competitive compensation and one of the broadest and most comprehensive benefit packages available in the field of healthcare?

If you said yes to all of these questions and feel you can add to our culture, please keep reading…

This is a role that requires a multi-disciplinary team approach to solving problems and patient challenges. "That's not my job" or "someone else can do it" is not in our team vocabulary because we are here to be of support to each other. The primary goal is to bring the best patient care and experience for our area's children.

SUMMARY: The Compounding Technician ll primary role is maintaining all aspects of a USP 797 and USP 800 compliant pharmacy; Including maintaining an appropriate inventory of drugs and supplies, as well as compounding and preparing medications for administration and dispensing to patients at Cure 4 The Kids Foundation. This is a non-exempt position.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Compounding Technicians perform routine administrative tasks required to keep the cleanroom running smoothly.
• Familiarity with IV cleanroom procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintaining proper storage and security conditions for the inventory with respect to hazardous medications, look-alike, sound-alike (LASA) medications, controlled substances, etc.
• Cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas to USP 797 standards.
• Ordering, stocking and inventorying, using the automated dispensing cabinets to their fullest capabilities.
• Communicating any pertinent information to other members of the clinical team; including drug and equipment re-calls, shortages and/or supply issues.
• Prepares medications per provider orders according to established protocol, policy, and procedure.
• Interacts with others and may have to handle several responsibilities at once.
• Stages prescription refills as directed.
• Routes prescriptions to a pharmacy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Nevada Pharmacy Technician license/registration.
• Maintains and provides proof of chemotherapy certification and all continuing education according to the Nevada State Board of Pharmacy Technician licensing requirements.
• A minimum of one year of pharmacy technician expereince.
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Four years of experience is preferred.
• Previous chemotherapy experience preferred.
• Advanced certification preferred.
• Continuing education per Nevada State Board of Pharmacy technician licensing requirements.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed.
• Working knowledge of sterile environment (biohazard safety cabinet) procedures, including using proper personal protection equipment (PPE).
• Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic setting. Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
• Daily clinic preparation process: preparing charts, reviewing scheduling including the ability to document and communicate pertinent information.
  
  

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Daily exposure to biohazard chemicals/drugs.
• Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required.
• Mandatory workday schedule on December 31 st , or last Friday of the year, for pharmacy inventory.
  
  

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Spanish speaking preferred but not required.

CURE 4 THE KIDS FOUNDATION PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY.

Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM