Admixture Tech
Posted
The Cancer Center of Kansas (CCK) is seeking a full-time, on-site Admixture Technician to join our team in our Wichita, KSoffices.The typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30PMwith no major holidays, no on-call and no weekends.
As part of The US Oncology Network and with over 40 years beingestablishedin Kansas, CCK delivers quality, personalized cancer care to communitiesacross the state.Our physicians and staff treat patients in over 18 locations throughout the state. Ourmanagement andphysician teamscontinue tobe recognizedin our communitiesfor Excellence in Healthcare!With our mission in mind, we valueeach and everyemployee for their life-savingexpertiseand the role they play in making our patients lives as easy and comfortable as possible. Our employees are our most valuableresource. They help us create and continue to deliver on our mission.
In CCKs partnership with the US Oncology Network, one of the nations largest networks of community-based oncology physicians dedicated to advancing cancer care in America and supported by McKesson Corporation, weare able toextend an extremely competitive offering of benefits to employees, including:
Medical Health Care
Dental Care
Vision Plan
401-K with a matchingcomponent
Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability
FSA and HSA
Legal Insurance
Competitive Paid Time Off Plan
Wellness & Perks Programs
What does this position entail?
Under general supervision, responsible for the safe and aseptic admixture of oncology products. Prepares medications and admixtures using aseptictechnique, according to OSHA guidelines. Assures correct medication dosage form, strength, and quantity as per written physician order. Accurately labels all medications and admixtures.Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities:The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are:
Prepares medications and admixtures using aseptictechnique, according to OSHA and interoffice guidelines.
Accurately prepares drug dosages, ensuring correct form, strength, and quantity as per physician orderswithin the EMR.
Labels all medications and admixtures accurately.
Assistswith compounding or admixing medications under the supervision of a physician, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Verifies patient information for medication orderscross-referencing the EMR.
Performs calculations for correct dosage volumes, including conversions between metric and apothecary equivalents.
Receives, checks in, and stocks medications and supplies, ensuringaccurateinventory records.
Monitors, documents, andreportsrefrigerator and room temperatures tomaintainrequired storage conditions.
Routinely checks medications forexpirationand manages quality assurance activities, including checking for outdated products andmaintainingaccuratelot numbers and logs.
Assistswith cleaning hoods daily andmaintainsproper sanitation in the preparation area to ensure an ISO-classified environment.
Assistswith the disposal of materials used in compounding chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy IV medications.
Provides support with inventory control, including medication ordering, supply management, and filing billing information.
Prepares medication labels andassistswith basic data entry into department automation systems.
Maintainsproper documentation related to medications, including protocol drugs, patientassistancedrugs, and controlled substances.
Assistswith controlled drug inventory, ensuringaccurateweekly counts and proper recordkeeping.
Demonstrates compliance with all policies and proceduresregardingdrug preparation, handling, and safety, including HIPAA privacy rules, andmaintainsconfidentiality of patient information.
Demonstrates understanding of and adherence to protocols related to the treatment room, admixture areas, and patient safety.
Attends required, applicable meetings.
Remains current on all compliance requirements.
Ensures all applicable policies and procedures of the company and Network are followed.
Other duties as requested or assigned,including coverage within the departmentacross sites.
Cross-trainor perform other tasks as reasonably requested.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
The ideal candidate for the position will have the following qualifications:
Basic Work Requirements:
Familiarity or ability to learn software programsrequiredfor the care and management of thepatientssuch as practice management,EMRand inventory systems.
Ability to enter data into various electronic systems whilemaintainingthe integrity and accuracy of the data.
Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with ICD10 codes is preferred.
Education, Certificationand or Experience:
High School diploma or equivalentisrequired.
Minimumtwo to fouryear's experiencein a medical officeor pharmacyenvironmentis preferred.
Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended.
Physical Demands of the Job:
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. Work may require sitting forlong periodsof time; also stooping, bending, and stretching for objects and supplies. Occasionally lifting objects or paper weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires manual dexterity sufficient tooperatea keyboard, calculator, telephone,copierand other office equipment. Vision must be correctable to20/20and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. It is necessary to view and type on computer screens for prolonged periods of time.Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Work Environment of the Job:
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. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicalpreparationsand other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environmentmay occur. Work is performed in a medical office environment. Involves frequent interaction with staff, patients, and physicians.
