Admixture Tech II

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Country: United States of America

Location: Venice Pinebrook Office

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401‑K match, pet and legal insurance.

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network, we utilize innovative clinical research, cutting‑edge technologies, and advanced treatments to provide world‑class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, and FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida.

Our patients have access to ground‑breaking therapies in a community setting and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground‑breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

The Admixture Tech II is responsible for performing a variety of complex technical skills and functions in preparing hazardous and nonhazardous agents under the supervision of the dispensing practitioner. To carry out the assignments of this position, the technician must possess techniques in sterile product preparation, a thorough understanding of the principles of biological safety cabinets, and a knowledge base of antineoplastic/cytotoxic agents, including the precautions needed in the handling of these products.

Admixture Techs are expected to maintain a high degree of productivity and performance while being extremely sensitive to the specific contribution of total patient care. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the ordering and inventory of medications and clinical supplies and acting as a liaison between Physicians, Nursing, Pharmacy Operations, Financial Counselors, and Procurement in obtaining special order medications.

• Review medication orders to ensure accuracy, ascertain the products needed, and evaluate their suitability.
• Perform mathematical calculations to determine appropriate drug measurements for the admixture of ordered medications.
• Prepare sterile and non‑sterile medications as ordered by the prescriber in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform proper donning and doffing of garb to ensure aseptic preparation of hazardous and non‑hazardous drugs.
• Understand the appropriate use and limitations of any selected Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to ensure it functions properly.
• Don and doff Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to prevent damage and reduce the spread of contamination.
• Maintain necessary records and logs including, but not limited to, clinical research trials, compassionate and non‑billable drugs, waste manifests, biological safety cabinet cleaning, mixing room cleaning, refrigerated and ambient drug temperatures, controlled substances, and eye wash stations.
• Order, stock, and dispense medical supplies and drugs.
• Perform proper inventory management, including ordering, dispensing, auditing, storage, and reconciliation, to ensure patient safety, reduce waste, and maintain product integrity.
• Complete all education and training required by organization, state, federal, and regulatory agencies.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous drugs and waste materials following state and federal regulations, including USP, OSHA, NIOSH, and…