Maintains thorough understanding of USP 795 & 800 guidelines.
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Routinely check for outdated or soon to expire chemicals and compounded products.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
Obtain Pharmacy Technician License
Obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification within 6 months of hire
Compounding and/or Laboratory experience
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
Tableting and/or Encapsulating experience preferred
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
Physical Requirements
Ability to work on your feet for an 8-hour shift.
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.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, in-office and in-lab position based at our Elmhurst compounding pharmacy facility (5 days per week).