Pharmacy Technician Specialist

1 day ago


Providence, Rhode Island, United States LifeSpan Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Pharmacy Technician Specialist to join our team at LifeSpan. As a key member of our pharmacy team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and effective preparation of oncology and infusion medications.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare and compound oncology and infusion medications in compliance with USP Chapter and guidelines.
  • Perform non-sterile compounding in accordance with USP Chapter and other applicable standards.
  • Maintain regulatory compliance with relevant state and federal guidelines, including Rhode Island Department of Health and The Joint Commission (TJC) Medication Management chapter.
  • Collaborate with pharmacy oncology team members to order, receive, and store medications and ancillary supplies.
  • Ensure the sterile compounding environment and equipment are cleaned and maintained under aseptic conditions.
  • Perform hand hygiene and garbing practices in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures.
  • Complete accurate documentation of compounded medications per Lifespan policies and procedures.
  • Perform computer activities necessary for compounding, including tracking temperature monitoring and other environmental controls.
  • Deliver compounded medication to the correct storage location, ensuring proper storage requirements are met.
  • Collaborate with pharmacy oncology and purchasing teams to procure oncology and infusion medications and related supplies in a timely manner.
  • Manage inventory, including receiving, sorting, stocking, rotation, and disposal of stock, as well as tracking expiration dates.
  • Perform recordkeeping and filing tasks, including collating work volume statistics.
  • Share expertise by participating in the orientation and training of pharmacy technicians, student interns, and student externs.
  • Exhibit proactive problem-solving to help address issues impacting pharmacy oncology services.
Qualifications
  • High school graduate or equivalent degree required; completion of one to two years of college preferred.
  • Maintains current unrestricted Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician II licensure.
  • Maintains current National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT).
  • Minimum 3 years' experience as a pharmacy technician, including 2 years investigational oncology and/or sterile compounding experience.
  • Knowledge of pharmacy information systems, automated dispensing technology, and personal computers.
  • Demonstrates excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and reprioritize as needed while maintaining accuracy and service standards.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work may require extended periods of time spent standing and walking. Requires the visual and manual dexterity to operate a computer.

Independent Action

Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.



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