Infusion Technician

Vital Care of Meridian; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Paternal leave

Volunteerism days

Life, disability insurance

401(k) matching & tuition assistance

Employee assistance programs

Rewards programs by medical carrier

Professional development opportunities

Employee referral program

Job summary

Vital Care Infusion Services is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist with sterile compounding of infusion therapies under a pharmacist supervision. You will maintain clean, compliant work areas and document compounding logs and patient supplies per policies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, being at least 18, and state board registration if applicable. Preferred: CPHT certification, prior pharmacy or healthcare experience, and knowledge of USP 797/800 standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Registered with State Board of Pharmacy (if applicable in state(s) of service area).

Responsibilities

• Perform infusion related sterile compounding procedures in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate proper aseptic technique, hand hygiene, and garbing practices consistently.
• Maintain accurate documentation of compounding logs, supply assembly, and cleaning records.
• Support infection prevention practices and report deviations or potential contamination risks.
• Safely handle hazardous drugs in compliance with USP <800> requirements (if applicable).
• This job summary is subject to change by the supervisor based on the operational and patient care needs of the pharmacy.

Skills

Infusion sterile compounding

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

18+ years of age

State Board of Pharmacy registration (if applicable)

Job description

Recognized as a “Best Place to Work Modern Healthcare” – Join a team where people come first. At Vital Care, we are committed to creating an inclusive, growth-focused environment where every voice matters.

Vital Care is the premier pharmacy franchise business with franchises serving a wide range of patients, including those with chronic and acute conditions. Since 1986, our passion has been improving the lives of patients and healthcare professionals through locally-owned franchise locations across the United States. We have over 100 franchised Infusion pharmacies and clinics in 35 states, focusing on the underserved and secondary markets. We know infusion services, and we guide owners along the path of launch, growth, and successful business operations.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible spending, and health savings accounts.
• Paid time off, personal days, and company-paid holidays.
• Paid Paternal Leave.
• Volunteerism Days off.
• Income protection programs include company-sponsored basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance, as well as employee-paid voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance programs include mental health, financial and legal.
• Rewards programs offered by our medical carrier.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Employee Referral Program.

Job Summary:

The pharmacy technician assists with the compounding of sterile preparations in compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures, assembly of patient supplies and equipment, and other tasks under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. The pharmacy technician assists with the maintenance and cleaning of the pharmacy work areas as described in the policies and procedures and the task management system, Manual and assists with quality control and performance improvement (PI) activities as directed by the franchise location manager. If applicable, the pharmacy technician may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with USP <800> and organizational safety policies. This position reports to the pharmacy manager.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Perform infusion related sterile compounding procedures in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate proper aseptic technique, hand hygiene, and garbing practices consistently.
• Maintain accurate documentation of compounding logs, supply assembly, and cleaning records.
• Support infection prevention practices and report deviations or potential contamination risks.
• Safely handle hazardous drugs in compliance with USP <800> requirements (if applicable).
• This job summary is subject to change by the supervisor based on the operational and patient care needs of the pharmacy.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Perform infusion related sterile compounding procedures in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures.
• Good interactive skills with employees, supervisors, referral sources, and consumers.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Registered with State Board of Pharmacy (if applicable in state(s) of service area).

Preferred:

• National pharmacy technician certification (CPhT).
• Completion of pharmacy technician training preferred.
• Experience in laboratory or health care setting.
• Preferred: Knowledge of USP <797>/<800> standards and prior experience in sterile compounding.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must be able to:

May require extended periods of sitting.

May require frequent use of computer keyboard & sitting for extended periods of time.

May require standing for extended periods.

Be part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for this role and will contact qualified candidates for interviews.

Vital Care Infusion Services is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans’ status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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