Sterile Technician
1 week ago
· Weigh ingredients correctly and process them following the provided formula worksheet specifications
· Ensure correct formula preparation according to the prescription following quality assurance guidelines
· Make sure the pharmacist on duty has confirmed the formulation in accordance to the script before starting compounding preparation
· Ensure compounds are prepared in accordance to formulation and that all relevant compounding guidelines and quality standards are maintained
· Weigh and measure suitable chemicals to prepare different kinds of compounds including suspensions, creams, solutions, ointments, capsules, and suppositories
· Package and label prepared compounds in suitable dispensing tool
· Place and confirm that the beyond use date on the patient’s product label is correct
· Send prepared compound and documentation to supervising pharmacist for verification and sign off
· Ensure that all sterile products are tested following 795 & 797 requirements
· Execute quality assurance procedures on assigned randomly sampled scripts and document results following standards
· Responsible for daily cleaning and logs in accordance to established policy
· Perform daily confirmation that all equipment are working well, including capsule machines, counters, and cleaning balances
· Perform filling and unloading of the dishwasher
· Ensure all equipment, including freezer/fridge temperatures and weights on scales at work station are verified and maintained every morning
· Ensure that all relevant steps in each compound are verified with the supervising pharmacist
· Teach and mentor pharmacy technicians
· Take part in relevant training
· Take part in departmental meetings, as well as in relevant educational programs
· May be asked to handle special projects as well as perform other duties that may be assigned.