Senior Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory Treatment Center - IV Technician

The Pharmacy Division is dedicated to ensuring safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication use while collaborating with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal drug therapy outcomes. Through innovative programs in patient care, research, and education, the division leads in delivering premier, patient-centered care. Embracing change and discovery, it leverages new technologies, maximizes resources, and fosters a culture of caring to continuously enhance the quality of pharmaceutical services.

* Ideal candidate
* will have High School Diploma and 2 years of Pharmacy Technician experience in a retail, infusion or hospital setting. Highly Prefer at least one year of IV sterile preparation experience, ACPE IV Sterile Products Competency

* Working Hours:

* The working hours are 12:30p - 9:00p. Mon - Fri

* Why Join the Ambulatory Treatment Center Pharmacy Team?
* Our ATC Pharmacy is the heartbeat of outpatient cancer care at MD Anderson. Unlike other pharmacy areas, ATC supports high-volume infusion treatments and complex chemotherapy regimens in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. You'll collaborate closely with nurses and physicians to ensure timely, accurate medication delivery for same-day treatments.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge oncology protocols, advanced compounding practices, and direct impact on patient outcomes-all within a team that values precision, innovation, and compassionate care.

* At MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one
* * Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week

* Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage

* Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals

* Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs

* Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service

* Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans

* Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program

* Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

* JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
* * Senior Tech Proficiencies
* * Sterile Compounding / Preparation
* Demonstrates proficiency-meeting accuracy and productivity standards-in:

* Hazardous and non-hazardous sterile preparation

* Investigational drug preparation (Phase 1, 2, and
3)

* Viral/BCG/vaccine preparation

* Intrathecal preparations

* Ambulatory pumps

* High-risk sterile validation

* IV Preparation
* * Follows all SOPs and safety standards (USP 797, USP 800, NIOSH) when handling, preparing, and disposing of hazardous drugs

* Reports and documents chemotherapy spills

* Demonstrates correct use of a closed system and maintains competency

* Prepares investigational doses by:

* Reading the datasheet

* Following protocol directions

* Exercising care during admixing

* Documenting thoroughly on investigational cards

* Consulting a pharmacist when needed

* Completes annual or semi-annual process validations

* Demonstrates strong pharmacy math skills

* Manages time efficiently with high productivity

* Maintains system proficiency, including:

* BD Cato

* Phacts

* One Connect

* Controlled access cabinets

* EDUCATION
*
* Required:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

* Preferred:
Certificate from an accredited Pharmacy technician training program.

* Preferred:
Two years of college credit.

* WORK EXPERIENCE
*
* Required:

2 years Pharmacy technician experience in a hospital, infusion center or retail pharmacy.

* LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
*
* Required:

PHTR - Reg Pharmacy Technician Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP). Upon Hire

* Preferred: CPHT - Certified Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Upon Hire

* Preferred:
Current Intravenous Medication Certification (IV-Sterle Products) approved by the Accreditation Counsel for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). Upon Hire

* OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
* Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

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