Lab Technician - Sterile Compounding

tailormadecompounding; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Tailor Made Compounding in Nicholasville, KY, as a Sterile Compounding Lab Technician. In this critical role, you will collaborate with pharmacy technicians to prepare compounds under the supervision of pharmacists. You’ll ensure compliance with safety procedures and maintain records, while utilizing strong math and organizational skills.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, basic Microsoft Office skills, and exceptional attention to detail. Tailor Made Compounding is recognized for its innovation in pharmaceutical solutions.

Qualifications

• Capable of working with small delicate analytical equipment.
• Experience in operating standard office equipment.
• Demonstrate proactive approaches to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and USP guidelines for formulation preparation.
• Daily documentation of refrigerator/freezer temperatures.
• Calibrate and document compounding equipment.
• Compound specialized and complex therapies.

Skills

Strong math skills

Basic level skill/experience in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

Strong organizational skills

Very strong interpersonal skills

Expert level of written and verbal communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Join Our Team at Tailor Made Compounding!

Tailor Made Compounding, a leader in innovative pharmaceutical solutions located in Nicholasville, KY, is seeking a Sterile Compounding Lab Technician to join our growing team.

We are looking for a Sterile Compounding Lab Technician who will be responsible for working collaboratively with other pharmacy technicians to make compounds requested under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist and Lab Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow all safety procedures, USP guidelines, and SOPs for preparation of formulations
• Take part in departmental meetings as well as participate in relevant educational programs
• Daily documentation of refrigerator/freezer temperatures and cleaning procedures
• Take inventory of all chemicals and lab supplies and send to Lab Manager on a weekly basis for confirmation and ordering
• Complete weekly documentation and preparation of expired products and chemicals for destruction each month
• Calibrate and properly document compounding equipment daily
• Compound specialized and complex non-sterile therapies, using proper personal protective equipment to meet the specific need of an individual patient
• Accurately weigh/measure all ingredients to be used in the compounding procedure using the provided pharmaceutical formulation worksheet, analytical balances, and calibrated lab glassware
• Assist the lab assistant with the completion of any required paperwork relating to non-sterile compounding
• Participate in special projects
• Other duties as assigned

• All tasks and duties must be completed in accordance and compliance with HIPAA guidelines, State and Federal laws, and current company policies and procedures.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Strong math skills
• Capable of working with small delicate analytical equipment
• Basic level skill/experience in the Microsoft Office: Word and Excel
• High school diploma required
• Experience in operating standard office equipment

Other Qualifications to be Considered:

• Strong emotional maturity and intelligence
• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaboratively build relationships with stakeholders, including staff, external partners and others
• Expert level of written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate proactive approaches to problem solving with strong decision making capability
• Independently motivated
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer service and response
• Demonstrate ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Forward looking thinker, actively seeking opportunities and proposing solutions

Opening in 2016, Tailor Made Compounding has been established as one of the top compounding pharmacies in the nation through our compounding expertise, knowledge, and experience. We are experts in compounding for a variety of indications such as men's health, women's health and IV therapy, as well as provide a more custom alternative to standard prescription and over-the-counter medicines. We work closely with our physicians to solve problems for hard to source and hard to compound pharmaceuticals.