Pharmacy Technician in Training

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

 

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. 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 to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

 

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

Fred Hutch Cancer Center is excited to offer a unique opportunity for individuals interested in launching a career in pharmacy. As a Pharmacy Technician In-Training, you will receive comprehensive, hands-on training from experienced Fred Hutch pharmacy staff while preparing to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam and earn your Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) registration through the Washington State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission. 

Under the immediate supervision of a licensed pharmacist, you will learn to perform the duties of a pharmacy technician in accordance with WAC 246-945-203 and WAC 246-945-315, which allow pharmacy ancillary personnel to perform all duties except those reserved for pharmacists. 

This is a structured training program that includes: 

• On-the-job training at Fred Hutch’s pharmacy department 

• Enrollment in North Seattle College’s Pharmacy Technician academic program, completed over two college quarters (fall and winter) 

• 2,000 hours of paid work experience over a 14–24 month period 

• A 40-hour work week that includes both classroom and hands-on learning 

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about healthcare, eager to learn, and ready to grow into a vital role within the pharmacy team. 

• 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 

Required:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Must obtain WA State Pharmacy Assistant License within 30 days of hire;
• Must enroll in Pharmacy Technician training program at North Seattle College within reasonable time after hire;
• Must Pass National Exam for Certified Pharmacy Technician within 90 days of completing academic program at North Seattle College.
• During program must become familiar with the generic names of drugs along with their basic indication
• 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
• Able to maintain patient confidentiality

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Pre-Employment Drug Screening:

As a condition of employment Fred Hutch conducts pre-employment drug testing for this pharmacy role. All offers of employment in the pharmacy department are conditional on the applicant successfully completing and passing a drug test in accordance with the Fred Hutch policy.

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The hourly pay range for this position is from $26.48 to $37.70 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks). 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. 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 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 Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.