IV Tech I

Central Admixture Pharmacy; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Central Admixture Pharmacy in New Orleans, LA, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to prepare compounded sterile products under the direction of a pharmacist.

The role requires Louisiana licensure, a high school diploma, and applicable industry certification. Aseptic processing training is desirable and will be provided. Schedule is 8:30am–5:00pm with rotating shifts; salary ranges from $18.54 to $21.63 per hour.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician license issued by Louisiana Pharmacy Board.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Industry certification required.
• Aseptic processing training/experience desired; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to CAPS policies and procedures.
• Prepares compounded sterile products using aseptic technique.
• Assists in setup of the compounding room, equipment and supplies.
• Performs general cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Participates in cleanroom product introduction activities.
• Prepares records and monitors results for QA testing.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Direct supervision

Procedures & guidelines

Problem solving

Communication

General pharma knowledge

Education

Pharmacy Technician license - Louisiana

High school diploma or GED

Industry certification required

Aseptic processing training/experience

Job description

Company: Central Admixture Pharmacy

Job Posting Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Functional Area: Pharmacy

Working Model: Onsite

Days of Work: Wednesday, Tuesday, Friday, Thursday, Saturday, Monday, Sunday, Rotating

Shift: 5X8

Relocation Available: No

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap® and CAPS®.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com.

CAPS®, part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., is the nation's largest network of outsourcing admixture pharmacies, has been delivering high-quality, same-day, admixture services and solutions to hospitals and outpatient facilities for more than 28 years. Along with the nation's largest 503A sterile injectable outsourcing network, CAPS offers industry-leading batch compounding on a national scale through three 503B registered outsourcing facilities. With experience, capacity, and a passion for safety, CAPS is your 503B solution.

Position Summary

Pharmacy Technician prepares compounded sterile products and performs related activities under the direction of a pharmacist.

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

• Adheres to all CAPS policies and procedures
• Prepares compounded sterile products using aseptic technique.
• Assists in the setup of the compounding room, equipment, and supplies for preparation of compounded sterile solutions, using aseptic technique.
• Performs general cleaning and maintenance duties as directed.
• Participates in cleanroom product introduction activities.
• Prepares records and monitors results for pharmaceutical quality assurance testing.

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

General: It shall be the duty of every employee while at work to take reasonable care for safety and health of himself/herself and other persons.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

• Requires working knowledge of technical field/area of specialization.
• Exercises general application of principles, theories and concepts.
• Follows established procedures and guidelines.
• Works under direct supervision and from detailed verbal and/or written instructions.
• Uses established procedures to accomplish assigned task.
• May require some limited judgement in resolving problems.
• Contacts are primarily with direct supervisor, peers and subordinates.

Expertise: Qualifications - Education/Experience/Training/Etc

• Pharmacy Technician state license - issues by Louisiana Pharmacy Board
• High school diploma/G.E.D or equivalent required.
• Applicable industry/professional certification required.
• Aseptic processing training/experience desired, training will be provided.

Schedule and Salary

• Schedule: (8:30am - 5:00pm), Rotating shifts, weekdays and weekends. Holidays/overtime as needed
• Salary Range: $18.54 - $21.63

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities: Other Duties

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certificates; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

• B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Through its "Sharing Expertise®" initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, click here.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.