Sterile Compounding Technician

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

The Sterile Compounding Technician is responsible for interpreting formula worksheets and compounding medication using approved equipment and aseptic processes. Technicians are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the compounding equipment. All duties are performed under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The Sterile Compounding Technician demonstrates a commitment to the mission and goals of Source Pharmacy.

Responsibilities include:

Entering prescriptions and refills into the pharmacy system accurately and meet productivity measurements

Data entry of new orders for staff pharmacist review

Answer phones and answer customer questions

Be responsive and courteous when addressing internal and external patient/customer needs

Measures, weighs, counts, and compounds medications

Mixes pharmaceutical preparations according to formulation logs

Establishes and maintains accurate patient records by entering correct lot numbers and expiration dates of compounded medications

Maintains proper storage and security conditions for medications

Preparation and compounding of sterile products

Maintaining the pharmacy clean room suite to USP 797 requirements

Experience with following aseptic techniques in LAFW

Capable of successfully completing Hand Hygiene and Garbing qualification

Experience using a automated compounding device

Inventory management and storage, complete appropriate documentation, such as labels, log sheets and reports

Clean equipment and sterilize glassware using dry heat ovens or autoclaves

Performs to established efficiency metrics while adhering to quality standards

Maintains compliance with Company and HIPAA patient confidentiality requirements

Performs other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Registration with Florida DOH as a licensed technician is required upon hire

Sterile and/or non-sterile compounding experience

Excellent attention to detail

Good computer skills (data entry, Microsoft Office products, email, internet, etc)

Good math skills are essential

Good manual dexterity

Ability to work as part of a team in a dynamic environment

Ability to maintain a clean workspace

The ability to work independently and use own initiative

An awareness of health and safety regulations

Ability to listen to and follow instructions

Ability to concentrate for long periods of time

Additional Notes

The position requires working in a variety of positions and locations such as sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking for prolonged periods of time

Potential exposure to chemicals used in the preparation of compounds (some chemicals are classified as toxic and special safety precautions must be taken when working with these chemicals)

Must be able to use necessary equipment such as computers, scanners, lab equipment or other equipment as assigned

Must be able to wear required compounding safety equipment for long periods of time when required

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer and on the phone

Must be able to use necessary equipment such as computers, scanners, phone/headset, or other technology devices as assigned

The statements here in are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the Employer

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time M- F, Saturday as needed.

NOTE: Progress Pharmacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of your job, please notify HR.

Full-time