Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit, unified adult cancer care and research center that is clinically integrated with UW Medicine, a world leader in clinical care, research and learning. The first National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in the Pacific Northwest, Fred Hutch's global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy, and COVID-19 vaccines has confirmed our reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy, and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures for the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

The Fred Hutch Cancer Center has an excellent opportunity for a PHARMACY TECHNICIAN APPRENTICE. The Pharmacy Technician Apprentice is a student in training (Pharmacy Technician Trainee), mentored by SCCA Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) staff, in preparation to take Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam leading to their Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) registration, obtained through the Washington State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (Pharmacy Commission). The Apprentice will participate in on-the-job training, learning to perform the duties of a Pharmacy Technician. Under direct supervision, the Apprentice will learn to assist pharmacy and health care professionals in the delivery of pharmacy services. The apprenticeship is designed to complete 264 hours of classroom and lab, and 2,000 hours of work experience over a period of 12-24 months. The Pharmacy Technician program is governed by the Health Care Apprenticeship Consortium's Pharmacy Technician Training Program Plan with the Pharmacy Commission and the HCAC Apprenticeship Program Standards with the State Apprenticeship Council.

Responsibilities

• Provides good customer service to patients by being attentive and quick to respond at pharmacy window and follows through on problems
• Runs specific areas of pharmacy operations including Point of Sale (POS), working independently as assigned, assists in maintaining pharmacy stock and ensures no expired medications are in the clinic, by following the inventory control process
• Enters prescription orders into pharmacy system, including billing prescriptions appropriately and accurately
• Prepares, packages, and labels medication in an accurate and efficient manner
• Charging and billing functions
• Operates CII safe and follows all controlled substance procedures
• Filling and documentation of pyxis, emergency/code boxes and code trays
• Monitors stock for expiration dates and removes outdates
• Medication reconciliation
• Delivery of patient specific medications to infusion or other areas of the clinic
• Uses proper aseptic technique in preparing pharmacy products accurately and efficiently during IV admixture
• Other pharmacy related duties in accordance with regulations under Washing State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Must be enrolled in Pharmacy Technician Training Program
• WA State Pharmacy Assistant License
• Must obtain the following National Certification within 9 months of hire: Certified Pharmacy Technician Washington (successful pass of PTCB exam)
• Able to perform basic pharmaceutical calculations
• Ability to use a mouse, navigate computer programs, enter data into computer systems in accurately and efficiently
• Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear, concise, and professional manner
• Familiar with the generic names of drugs along with their basic indication
• Able to maintain patient confidentiality

SCCA has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy, and there are no exceptions for any employee who is patient-facing and/or requires access to SCCA facilities.

Exceptions exist only for employees whose positions are fully remote, with no required access to campus. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees requiring access to campus must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.