Admixture Assistant

Overview

Why Join Us?

Sun State Medical Specialists (SMS) is proud to be a part of One Oncology in delivering exceptional, community-based specialty care across Florida. With a team of 105 physicians spanning urology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, breast surgery, general surgery, and head and neck surgery, SMS is committed to providing high-quality, accessible care. Our practice continues to expand services by offering advanced radiation therapies, in-house pharmacy and laboratory capabilities, care management, theranostics, cutting-edge diagnostic imaging, and clinical research.

We are dedicated to recruiting top-tier physicians to help increase access to affordable, high-quality care throughout the state.

The Admixture Assistant is primarily responsible for preparing hazardous medications with precision and in adherence to strict guidelines and safety protocols.

• Provide the highest quality of care and services to improve the lives of patients living with cancer and their caregivers.
• Display a devoted, courageous attitude, collaborating with the team to achieve extraordinary patient and practice outcomes.
• Accurately check all orders for completeness of information, calculate correct dosages, and admix medications as ordered by physician following established guidelines and protocols.
• Perform daily inventories of medications, including narcotics, and report discrepancies, shortages, and overages and maintain appropriate records.
• Perform and document twice daily cleaning and ensure routine maintenance and certification of the biologic safety cabinet (BSC) and laminar flow hood (LFH).
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous medications and contaminated materials in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain supply and drug inventory including, but not limited to, supply ordering, receiving and restocking supplies and medications, packing slip record keeping, and monthly expiration date management.
• Comply with rules, regulations, and procedures to maintain cleanliness and organization of mixing areas.
• Understand and adhere to all practice, state, and federal rules, regulations, and procedures, including but not limited to HIPAA.
• Maintain all records as required by state and federal regulations.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned to help drive our mission of delivering high-quality and compassionate cancer care in our community, for our community, and by oncologists who live in our community.

• Computer skills required:
  Electronic medical records systems, pharmacy systems, Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge and understanding of aseptic techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology.
• Proficient mathematical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail essential.
• Ability to work effectively with all departments, vendors, and consultants.
• Oncology experience preferred.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may change as the needs of practice evolve.