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Overview OHC is currently looking for an experienced Admixture / Compounding Pharmacy Technician to work in our Fairfield location. Our Admix Techs play a vital role within our organization by assisting with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under the supervision of a physician, and they work closely with our treatment suite nurses to ensure state of the art treatment for our patients. Start a rewarding career with OHC and help change the lives of the patients your serve. OHC has been fighting cancer on the front lines for more than 38 years. We are now one of the nation's largest independent oncology practices, as well as the region's premier source of treatment for nearly every form of adult cancer and complex blood disorder. At its heart, our approach to cancer care is simple - to surround our patients with everything they need so they can focus on what matters most: beating cancer! Why choose OHC? You take care of our patients, so we take care of you. OHC's benefits include: 3 Health Insurance Plans to choose from 2 Dental and 2 Vision insurance plans A company matched 401K plan Profit sharing plan for clinical employees Competitive salaries Company paid short term / long term disability / life insurance Paid Holidays A generous PTO plan Tuition Reimbursement Professional Development Program Nationwide Discounts at your favorite hotels, resorts and retailers just for being an OHC employee Wellness Program Yearly merit raises Opportunities for advancement Responsibilities -Assists with the preparation of medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision of a physician. -Checks all orders for completeness of information. Verifies patient information and proper physician authorization. -Under direct supervision, admixes drugs as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner as per department guidelines, and preparing all drugs within OSHA guidelines and interoffice guidelines. -Calculates correct dosage volumes, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents. -Assists in counting controlled drugs weekly and maintain records. Properly disposes all materials used when mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs. -Assists in cleaning hoods daily checking drugs monthly for outdates and other quality assurance activities as assigned. -Assists in keeping accurate temperature logs, accurate logs on all protocol drugs and patient assistance drugs. -Maintains proper control documentation of medications including lot numbers. -Provide support with inventory control of medications. Prepares labels. Files and prepares billing. Basic data entry into department automation. Ordering of medication and supplies as directed. -Assist with required cleaning and maintenance of the admix area and the pharmacy department in general to minimize particle counts and improve overall sanitation. Qualifications -High School diploma or equivalent. -Minimum three to five years' experience in a pharmacy with I.V. skills. -I.V. certification preferred. -Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate or State Pharmacy Board requirement recommended. COMPETENCIES: Uses Technical and Functional Experience: Possesses up to date knowledge of the profession and industry; is regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate. Demonstrates Adaptability: Handles day to day work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, or adversity; demonstrates flexibility. Uses Sound Judgment: Makes timely, cost effective and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty. Shows Work Commitmen