Pharmacy Tech Job at US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities, Fairfax, VA

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  • US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities
  • Fairfax, VA

Job Description

Overview

Are you looking for a career and not just a job in the Medical field? Virginia Cancer Specialists, an affiliate of McKesson Specialty Health and US Oncology, a leader in Cancer care, is seeking a Full Time Pharmacy Tech for our Administrative office in Fairfax Virginia.

SCOPE:
Under direct supervision of an RN, performs the technical, nonjudgmental aspects of medication preparation, distribution, record keeping and inventory control. Tasks are subject to sequential or final verification by a registered nurse. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Specific state law may regulate that only licensed individuals perform compounding or mixing responsibilities. As a result, certain incumbents are prohibited from said tasks.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Adherence and Toxicity Monitoring Technician

Position will work closely with oral oncolytic nurse navigator to monitor patients receiving oral oncolytic medications. Primary responsibilities include telephonic monitoring patients through completion of standardized assessment that covers the following:

  1. Assessment at specified intervals for adherence and toxicities in patients on oral oncolytic therapies.
  2. Confirmation of patient understanding of medication administration instructions and how to obtain refills.
  3. Compliance with treatment plan and communication of non-compliance (i.e. missed doses) and any identified concerns to oral oncolytic navigator. (Includes confirming clinical monitoring and follow-ups are on schedule)
  4. Assessment for treatment toxicities and initiation of clinical follow-up as indicated.
  5. Assessment for financial barriers to obtaining medication and referral for assistance as needed.
  6. Documentation in EMR via standardized assessment/documentation format.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum three to five years experience in a pharmacy. Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.

Join us at Virginia Cancer Specialists, APPLY NOW!
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.

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