Job Description
The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA), located in Seattle, Washington, is part of a dynamic collaboration among three organizations known nationally and internationally for their patient care and research: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, University of Washington, and Seattle Children's. Over the past 25 years, these institutions have worked together to support their mission of adult and pediatric oncology patient care services, research and education.
Working independently, the Pharmacy Technician I role interacts with patients and healthcare providers to perform a variety of technical pharmaceutical tasks including filling of new prescriptions and refills, performing pharmaceutical calculations, preparing, medications and performing point of sale activities and maintaining the electronic medication medical record for patients. All work is performed under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and pharmacy technician supervisor. This position will directly support the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic.
Responsibilities
Accurately perform pharmaceutical calculations and prepare intravenous admixtures and any other tasks as required that relate to the dispensing of infusion therapy or as assigned
Interact with professional staff and public on a daily basis
Perform certain routine and repetitive functions and engage in sterile and non-sterile preparation and packaging of medications and other pharmacy related functions, under direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist
Maintain inventory control of pharmaceuticals
May need to perform order entry of prescriptions into the outpatient pharmacy computer and assist in filling of new prescriptions or refills including cashiering
Assist in training and orientation of pharmacy technicians, interns and pharmacists and be responsible for other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Must have a current Washington State Pharmacy Technician License
High school graduate or equivalent
Able to work under direct supervision of a pharmacist in providing service to patients
Able to communicate with other health care professionals, and the public in a polite and appropriate manner
Must have proper aseptic technique experience in accurate, efficient and timely preparation of parenteral products
Good oral and written communication skills
Experience with computer systems and data entry
Able to maintain patient confidentiality
Able to perform Pharmacy Technician functions including preparation, packaging and labeling of medication in an accurate and efficient manner
Our Commitment to Diversity
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.
Employment Type
Regular Full-Time