Compounding Pharmacy Technician - Charleston, SC

Home Infusion Compounding Technician

The pharmacy compounding technician assists with the compounding of sterile preparations and the assembly of patient supplies and equipment under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.

Reporting Relationship: Pharmacist in Charge (PIC)

Scope of Supervision:

• Perform sterile compounding per USP 797.
• Follow all SOPs, USP 797, and Board of Pharmacy regulations and requirements.
• Clean all work surfaces, equipment, floors, ceilings, and walls according to USP 797 and SOPs.
• Maintain sterile compounding competencies.
• Assure that all drugs prepared by the pharmacy are prepared in appropriate containers that are adequately labeled.
• Monitor and document environmental conditions daily such as temperatures, humidity, and pressure readings. Notify the PIC immediately when readings are out of range.
• Accurately maintain On Track Task Logs daily.
• Manage timely refills to ensure patients receive their treatments without interruption.
• Upload delivery tickets into Care Tend. Confirm delivery tickets when a signed Admission Agreement is on file.
• Conduct patient follow-up assessment calls and complete thorough documentation to ensure all pertinent information is recorded.
• Efficiently order medication to keep inventory well-stocked, and patient needs met.
• Enter supplies into the inventory system (Vital Systems).
• Properly store drugs and supplies to uphold safety standards and maintain an organized workspace.
• Routinely inspect shelves for any supplies that need reordering, preventing any shortages.
• Conduct a monthly inventory of all supplies stored in the ambulatory infusion suite.
• Promptly report any misconduct, suspicious, or unethical activities to Human Resources.
• Build positive relationships with clients by providing attentive, friendly, and proactive support.
• Exhibit good written and verbal communication with colleagues, supervisors, patients, and referral sources.
• Assist with quality control and performance improvement activities as directed by the PIC.
• Report product incidents as required by company policy.
• Work as a team with other employees to ensure tasks are completed.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Meet all State Board of Pharmacy requirements.
• Completion of pharmacy technician training preferred.
• Experience in compounding or healthcare setting is preferred.
• Registered with the State Board of Pharmacy if applicable in state(s) of service area(s).

Physical Requirements:

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit as well as talk and hear.
• The employee is required to use hands to operate office equipment and vehicles.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.