Part-Time Pharmacy Technician I – Cancer Institute

About the role

The Pharmacy Technician I works under the direct supervision of a pharmacist in the Cancer Institute Pharmacy. The position supports daily dispensing operations and is responsible for sterile compounding, including chemotherapy infusions, while ensuring compliance with USP <797> and <800> standards.

Key responsibilities

• Compound sterile preparations and hazardous medications such as chemotherapy.
• Perform daily and monthly cleaning, decontamination, and disinfection of cleanroom suites.
• Utilize electronic medical records and wholesaler ordering portals for medication verification.
• Document waste and billing information accurately in the EMR.
• Prepare batches of IV medications for future patient use under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintain proper inventory rotation, restock areas, and remove expired drugs.
• Troubleshoot drug delivery and equipment issues as needed.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED.
• Pharmacy technician license from the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy or eligibility for licensure.
• Relevant experience in sterile compounding or hazardous drug handling preferred.
• Computer proficiency and strong mathematical skills.
• Preferred certifications such as PTCB, immunization, or ASHP sterile compounding certificate.

Required skills

• Sterile compounding techniques.
• Hazardous drug (chemotherapy) handling.
• Barcode scanning for component verification.
• Operation of laminar airflow hoods and biological safety cabinets.
• Preparation of parenteral medications using syringes, needles, tubing, IV bags, and related equipment.
• Pharmaceutical calculations.
• Computer skills for EMR and inventory systems.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible staff and families.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents.
• Retirement plan with up to 10% employer match.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training, educational opportunities, and merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus.