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Pharmacy Technician

2 months ago


Elmhurst, United States Meds.com Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Pharmacy Technician (Non-Sterile Compounding)

Overview

The non-sterile compounding pharmacy technician is responsible for creating compounded medication under the supervision and direction of a pharmacist. The duties of a non-sterile compounding technician include, but not limited to, receiving medication orders, measuring quantities, mixing ingredients, packaging medication, and updating records.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Completes compounding and other pharmacy records as indicated. 
  • Weighs, measures, and mixes raw material ingredients, monitors agitation, heating and cooling temperatures, and other parameters to ensure finished batches of tablets meet specifications. 
  • Transfers materials into properly labeled, approved containers. 
  • Cleans and sanitizes equipment and completes all required documentation to maintain compliance with USP (non-sterile compounding) and company's Quality System. 
  • Maintains thorough understanding of USP guidelines.
  • Prepares labels and picks in accordance with the dispensing order.
  • Prepares both prepackaged and unit dose drugs in accordance with the dispensing order.
  • Prepares and generates batch for preparation of non-sterile mixtures. 
  • Organizes assigned workload to facilitate its accomplishment.
  • Ensures the compounding room and related equipment are cleaned and maintained per organizational policy and procedures.
  • Participates with the pharmacist and pharmacy manager in monitoring/maintaining drug inventories and preparing orders for drugs and related supplies. 
  • Participates in department QA activities as requested 
  • Follow Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidelines for maintaining safety and managing safety events.
  • Demonstrate general knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Properly clean up hazardous medication spills utilizing established safety protocols.
  • Safely dispose of hazardous wastes generated during medication preparation.
  • Routinely check for outdated or soon to expire chemicals and compounded products.
  • Use proper garbing techniques in accordance with SOP guidelines.
  • Effectively prepare and organize all compounded products for pharmacist review.
  • Work closely with Quality Assurance Department to ensure product sterility, potency and absence of endotoxins.
  • Assists pharmacist-in-charge and pharmacist perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Current Technician Registration in Good Standing with applicable board of pharmacy
  • Compounding and/or Laboratory experience
  • Knowledge of USP Chapter Guidelines
  • Capable of wearing all protective wear as required. This includes, but not limited to, mask, gloves, gown, hair net, safety goggles, etc.
  • Ability to operate computer and laboratory equipment
  • Detail Oriented
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Experience in a fast pace working environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of basic principles, theories and laws, policies and procedures that pertain to compounding
  • Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards
  • Detail-oriented and self-motivated 
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a team to achieve goals around safety, quality, and delivery
  • Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
  • Ability to perform rudimentary mathematical calculations as related to compounding
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Effective problem-solving skills
  • Ability to supervise and train assigned staff as designated by the pharmacist-in-charge

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work on your feet for an extended period of time.
  • Ability to repetitively use hands, wrist, and arms to perform job duties.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of force in order to lift, carry, pull and/or move objects as required.

** Eligible for a $500 bonus after completing 90 days of continuous employment.**

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