IV Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Amerita, Inc; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Company-Paid Disability Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

401k

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Amerita, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician - Compounding to join their Pharmacy team in New Hyde Park, NY. This role includes compounding sterile mixtures, ensuring compliance with standards, and requires a Pharmacy Technician license and accreditation. Candidates should have at least 1-3 years of pharmacy experience, preferably in a home care or retail setting. Flexible schedules are mandated for this position. Competitive pay and a range of employee benefits including health and retirement plans are offered.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved/accredited Pharmacy Technician training program; IV certification preferred.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician license in state of practice per state regulations.
• 1-3 years of related pharmacy experience in a home care setting preferred.
• At least 1 year of aseptic preparation of infusion-related pharmaceuticals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules the preparation of sterile mixtures and medical equipment orders.
• Compounds sterile mixtures using aseptic technique.
• Ensures clean room areas and equipment are sanitized per USP standards.
• Documents all activities on appropriate logs.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Pharmaceutical calculations

Communication skills

Drug terminology knowledge

Mathematical skills

Education

Pharmacy Technician training program

Registered Pharmacy Technician license

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

Job description

Overview

Amerita, Inc. is a leading provider in home infusion therapy. We are looking for a Pharmacy Technician - Compounding to join our Pharmacy team as we grow to be one of the top home infusion providers in the country. The Pharmacy Technician will report to the Pharmacy Manager and work in our City, State branch.

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 8:00pm. Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm. Availability must be flexible to accommodate any shift.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Schedules & Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Program & DailyPay
• 401k
• Pet Insurance

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules the preparation of sterile mixtures and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist
• Completes all calculations on product preparation as necessary
• Compounds sterile mixtures and non-mixtures, including, but not limited to parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, hydration and narcotic analgesics, using aseptic technique where state laws permit
• Ensures compounding/clean room areas and related equipment are cleaned, sanitized and maintained in compliance with company policies and procedures, and USP 797 and USP 800 standards
• Documents all activities on appropriate logs
• Participates in branch management, department and intra-departmental meetings and quality improvement activities
• Adheres to all accreditation, OSHA, FDA, state, local and federal regulations, and USP 797 and USP 800 standards relevant to infusion pharmacy and home medical equipment
• Documents all temperature logs, pressure and humidity monitors, records all sterility testing done in the clean room in compliance with company policies and procedures, and USP 797 and USP 800 standards
• Documents all activities on the appropriate logs
• Other duties as assigned
• Supervisory Responsibility: No

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved/accredited Pharmacy Technician training program; IV certification preferred
• Registered Pharmacy Technician license in state of practice per state regulations
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification as required by the state board of pharmacy in state of practice
• 1-3 years of related pharmacy experience in a home care setting, retail or pharmacy setting, preferred
• At least 1 year of aseptic preparation of infusion-related pharmaceuticals in a hospital or home infusion setting preferred
• General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic techniques
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work on-call evenings and weekends on an as-scheduled basis
• Effective mathematical and communication skills required
• Basic pharmacy knowledge of reading and interpreting prescriptions
• Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently
• Valid driver's license
• Driving Position: Yes-Minimal driving for patient deliveries may be required

Physical Requirements

To perform this role will require constant sitting and typing on a keyboard with fingers, and occasionally standing and walking. The physical requirements will be the ability to push/pull and lift/carry 21-30 lbs.

Salary Range

USD $30.00 - $40.00 / Hour