Infusion Pharmacy Tech: Sterile Compounding & Patient Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Sterile Products Pharmacy Technician to support safe, compliant preparation of compounded medications in a hospital setting. You will work under a licensed pharmacist within the Home Infusion department, performing sterile compounding, inventory control, billing, and patient communications.

This role requires MA licensure, 1+ year related experience, and familiarity with computer systems and MS Office. CSPT/PTCB/Epic experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Active state certification with Board of Registration in Pharmacy in Massachusetts.
• 1+ years related work experience.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with diverse groups of professionals.
• Experience with computer systems including MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint/Access).

Responsibilities

• Preparation, storage and distribution of compounded & non compounded items.
• Inventory control. Completing compliance audits and questionnaires with patients via phone or electronic communication.
• Performing financial transactions- Insurance billing & patient collections.
• Providing internal & external customer service.
• Maintenance of pharmacy records.
• Ordering, receiving, and inspecting medication and supplies.
• Follow all company & department policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and assume different roles & responsibilities.
• Operate, clean and sanitize equipment and compounding areas.
• Maintain all housekeeping standards.
• Calibrate, use and maintain the equipment needed in preparation of compounded items.
• Ensure/Verify all calculations on compounding records & master formulation records are accurate and correct.
• Coordinate with pharmacy team members to compound preparations and execute quality assurance procedures.
• Ensure all compounds are prepared in accordance to the compounding records/master formula records.
• Follows documentation requirements- ensures records are complete, legible & timely.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify and understand the variable compounding modalities.
• Assists with Quality Assurance activities including but not limited to monitoring of production environment and testing of compounded batches.
• Effectively communicates with patients/caregivers to assist with medication procurement.
• Communicates/Relays information to internal/external customers.
• Accurately labels, packs and stores products prior to shipment to patients.
• Perform inventory tasks (identification, ordering, receiving) to ensure proper quantities on hand of needed items.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Epic

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Sterile Products Pharmacy Technician to support safe, compliant preparation of compounded medications in a hospital setting. You will work under a licensed pharmacist within the Home Infusion department, performing sterile compounding, inventory control, billing, and patient communications.

This role requires MA licensure, 1+ year related experience, and familiarity with computer systems and MS Office. CSPT/PTCB/Epic experience are preferred.