Pharmacy Technician / Compounding Technician

BrightSpring Health Services; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician - Compounding to join their dynamic team. This role involves preparing sterile admixtures and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmacy, particularly in aseptic preparation, and will thrive in a collaborative environment. With a focus on professional development, this position offers a chance to contribute to a growing field while providing essential services to patients. Join a company that values flexibility and innovation in healthcare delivery, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program is essential.
• 1-3 years of pharmacy experience in a home care setting required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile admixtures and home medical equipment orders.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain clean compounding areas.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Calculations

Aseptic Techniques

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Drug Terminology Knowledge

Education

Approved Pharmacy Technician Training Program

IV Certification

Job description

Our Company

Amerita

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.

Amerita is an entrepreneurial-founded company and a wholly owned subsidiary of PharMerica. The home infusion market is positioned for rapid growth driven by the aging population, increase in chronic diseases, robust pipeline of infusible drugs coming to market, and an industry shift from hospital delivery settings to lower-cost, high-quality alternative providers such as Amerita.

As a core member of the Pharmacy team, you will be expected to prepare technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of pharmaceuticals. We will help you achieve your goals through continuous professional development and regular career progression discussions.

Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

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

As a Pharmacy Technician - Compounding, you will...

• Coordinate and schedule the preparation of sterile admixtures and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist.
• Complete all calculations on product preparation and obtain validation from the Pharmacist before compounding/mixing.
• Compound sterile admixtures and non-admixtures, including but not limited to parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, hydration and narcotic analgesics, using aseptic technique where state laws permit.
• Prepare labels, prescriptions and compounding/mixing worksheets and complete and maintain product lot numbers, expiration dates and batch records.
• Generate delivery/pick slips under the supervision of the Pharmacist. Pick and pull supplies and home medical equipment.
• Ensure compounding/clean room areas and related equipment are cleaned, sanitized and maintained in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Obtain supply inventories from patients/clients and communicate information obtained to the Pharmacist as required.
• Participate in branch management, department and intra-departmental meetings and quality improvement activities.
• Adhere to all accreditation, OSHA, FDA, state, local and federal regulations and standards relevant to infusion pharmacy and home medical equipment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved/accredited Pharmacy Technician training program; IV certification preferred
• 1-3 years of related pharmacy experience in a home care setting
• At least 1 year of aseptic preparation of infusion-related pharmaceuticals in a hospital or home infusion setting
• General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic techniques
• 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

About our Line of Business

Amerita is a specialty infusion company focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the hospital. Committed to excellent service, our vision is to combine the administrative efficiencies of a large organization with the flexibility, responsiveness and entrepreneurial spirit of a local provider. For more information about Amerita, please visit www.ameritaiv.com. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $28.00 - $34.00 / Hour