Westcancercenter
Chemotherapy Prep Technician Apprentice - Full Time - Wolf River
Germantown, TN. Posted today
The role
You will complete a structured apprenticeship to prepare for the Chemotherapy Prep Technician I role. You will work on pharmacy operations and sterile compounding under the direct supervision of pharmacists and experienced technicians.
What you will do
- Complete a structured apprenticeship program
- Participate in all required apprenticeship education and competency activities
- Perform daily pharmacy operational tasks
- Assist with preparation and staging of supplies for sterile compounding
- Stock pharmacy inventory and maintain adequate supply levels
- Restock IV preparation areas
- Assist with inventory management, including rotating stock and monitoring expiration dates
- Maintain required pharmacy logs
- Assist with environmental cleaning and cleanroom supplies
- Assist with crash cart, extravasation kit, and emergency supply maintenance
Required qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- PTCB certification or equivalent
- State Board of Pharmacy registration in the state where work is performed
- Strong organization and follow-up skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Basic math skills in all units of measure
- Knowledge of medication and dose measurement
- Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Good balance, coordination, and close visual acuity
Nice to have
- Hospital, infusion, or sterile compounding experience
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Ongoing training and educational resources
- Growth opportunities
Before you apply
- Promotion to Chemotherapy Prep Technician I is not automatic. It requires completing all apprenticeship requirements, demonstrated competency, satisfactory evaluations, and departmental staffing needs
- You are not fully qualified to independently prepare hazardous sterile preparations until all required competencies are completed.
- Required physical demands include standing for extended periods, working with toxic or caustic chemicals, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
About the company
West Cancer Center provides compassionate, patient-centered cancer care and advances groundbreaking research. The team emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.