Chemotherapy Infusion Technician

About The Oncology Institute (www.theoncologyinstitute.com) :

Founded in 2007, The Oncology Institute (NASDAQ : TOI) is advancing oncology by delivering highly specialized, value-based cancer care in the community setting. TOI offers cutting-edge, evidence-based cancer care to a population of approximately 1.9 million patients, including clinical trials, transfusions, and other care delivery models traditionally associated with the most advanced care delivery organizations. With over 180 employed and affiliate clinicians and over 100 clinics and affiliate locations of care across five states and growing, TOI is changing oncology for the better.

JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY :

The Infusion Technician assists with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing intravenous medications (chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy) under the supervision of medical oncologists and oncology RNs to ensure the safe and accurate preparation of IV medications for patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES :

• Compounding IV medications : This involves measuring and mixing medications, sterile solutions, and additives according to established protocols and guidelines. IV technicians must follow aseptic techniques to maintain a sterile environment during the compounding process.
• Labeling and packaging : IV technicians are responsible for properly labeling and packaging the compounded IV medications, ensuring that all necessary information, such as patient name, medication name, dosage, and expiration date, is clearly indicated.
• Inventory management : IV technicians are responsible for monitoring and maintaining inventory levels of IV medications, quantities, lot numbers / expiration date accuracy, supplies, and equipment. This includes ordering, receiving, and restocking medications as needed.
• Quality control : IV technicians must adhere to quality control standards and procedures to ensure the accuracy, sterility, and safety of compounded IV medications. IV technicians will also be involved in department quality improvement initiatives.
• Environmental monitoring : IV pharmacy technicians participate in maintaining both environmental controls (ex : filling out appropriate logs, daily / monthly cleaning) and personnel controls (ex : donning appropriate PPE).
• Hood certification : IV technicians participate in the certification procedure every 6 months.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor such as cross training in oral chemo dispensaries.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND / OR TRAINING :

Schedule Details

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Pay Transparency for hourly teammates

$24-$30 USD