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The Admixture Technician plays a critical role within the pharmacy and clinical care team by accurately and efficiently preparing medications to support patient treatment. This position focuses on the technical aspects of medication preparation, sterile compounding, inventory management, and clean room operations while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. It offers an excellent opportunity for a Certified Pharmacy Technician to gain hands-on experience in IV admixture and oncology pharmacy practices through structured on-the-job training within an established specialty practice.

• Verify and prepare medications accurately according to provider orders and established protocols.
• Prepare hazardous and non-hazardous medications in accordance with USP 797, USP 800, OSHA, and internal policies.
• Utilize proper sterile technique while mixing medications under the biological safety cabinet (hood).
• Accurately label all medications prior to administration, ensuring correct patient, drug, dose, route, and timing.
• Manage medication inventory by monitoring stock levels, rotating stock, and maintaining appropriate par levels.
• Receive, inspect, and document incoming medication inventory in accordance with pharmacy procedures.
• Review treatment schedules and assist with ordering medications to ensure availability for scheduled therapies.
• Maintain clean room standards by following established sanitation procedures and environmental monitoring requirements.
• Coordinate closely with nurses and providers to ensure timely availability of medications for patient care.
• Respond appropriately to hazardous spills and emergency situations, following safety and containment protocols.
• Schedule and coordinate pharmaceutical waste disposal in compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Maintain active Pharmacy Technician certification and complete all required training and continuing education.
• Follow detailed preparation procedures consistently with a high degree of accuracy and reliability.
• Support oncology and specialty care services by preparing medications used in infusion and admixture settings.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by communicating effectively with pharmacists, nurses, and providers.

• Active Pharmacy Technician certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience handling medications in a pharmacy or healthcare setting, such as retail pharmacy or physician dispensing.
• Ability to follow detailed preparation procedures consistently with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong mathematical aptitude to perform precise calculations for medication preparation and dosing.
• Understanding of sterile technique and medication safety principles.
• Experience with inventory management and medication handling.
• Familiarity with USP 797 and USP 800 standards for sterile compounding and handling hazardous drugs.
• Ability to work safely in a clean room environment and adhere to strict safety and quality protocols.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of medication preparation.
• Strong concentration and focus during repetitive, high-accuracy tasks.
• Ability to master complex technical processes and retain detailed information.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with pharmacists, nurses, and providers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues in medication preparation and workflow.
• Dependability and accountability in meeting responsibilities and maintaining compliance requirements.

• IV admixture experience.
• Sterile compounding experience in a pharmacy or healthcare setting.
• Hands-on experience working under USP 797 and USP 800 standards.
• Oncology pharmacy experience, particularly in an infusion or admixture environment.
• Experience working in a clean room setting with hazardous and non-hazardous medications.
• Inventory management experience, including ordering, receiving, and stock control.
• Demonstrated ability to memorize and retain detailed technical information and protocols.
• Enjoyment of learning and repeating complex technical processes with precision.
• Strong mathematical skills applied to dosing calculations and compounding.
• Enjoyment of troubleshooting and problem-solving within a technical workflow.
• Growth mindset with a willingness to learn, accept feedback, and strive for mastery.
• Humility as a learner while maintaining a commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality work.

This role is based in a specialty pharmacy admixture and infusion environment in Salem, Oregon, supporting oncology and other specialty care patients. The Admixture Technician works primarily in clean room settings, handling both hazardous and non-hazardous medications while collaborating closely with pharmacists, nurses, and providers. The environment demands strict adherence to safety, quality, and sterile compounding procedures, including compliance with USP 797, USP 800, and OSHA standards. This is a full-time position with rotating weekday and weekend shifts. Weekday shifts typically include an opening shift from 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM, a mid shift from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and a closing shift from 8:45 AM to 5:15 PM. Weekend shifts generally run from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and from approximately 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Every other weekend is required, and some holidays are also required. Technicians receive an additional 10% shift differential for weekend hours worked. The work environment emphasizes teamwork, precision, and patient-centered care. Employees operate in a highly regulated, safety-focused setting where consistency, attention to detail, and adherence to protocols are essential. Comprehensive benefits typically include paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account options, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and transportation-related benefits.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, OR.

The pay range for this position is $26.94 - $35.48/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Salem,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

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