Pharmacy Technician - Sterile Compounding

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Pharmacy Technician - Sterile Compounding to assist pharmacists and perform sterile compounding of IV medications. The role requires certification and experience in a hospital pharmacy setting, ensuring compliance with USP regulations. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, supporting patient care.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy required.
• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician preferred.
• Experience in a USP797 compliant sterile products compounding room preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in filling inpatient orders and preparing medications.
• Perform sterile compounding in compliance with USP <797> regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of the pharmacy area and I.V. Sterile Compounding areas.

Skills

Technical skills in pharmacy practice

Proficient typing skills

Understanding of medical terminology

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Completion of pharmacy department training program

Associates degree or some college coursework preferred

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician - Sterile Compounding PT PRN is responsible for performing routine pharmacy duties and assisting the registered Pharmacists with technical pharmacy operations including the sterile compounding of IV medications. The Pharmacy Technician - Sterile Compounding works in accordance with established practices, procedures, and administrative policies.

**Job Responsibilities:**

+ Assist pharmacists in filling inpatient orders, including completion of necessary documentation.

+ Prepare, deliver and collect all pharmacy items throughout the medical center including re-stocking of automated dispensing cabinets.

+ Perform floor checks, stock checks, and assigned unit review as required.

+ Completes all Pharmacy Keeper Activities and inspections assigned to their position.

+ Assist Pharmacists in monitoring stock for outdated medications and properly dispose of them in a timely manner.

+ Process medication returns/refunds to patient accounts.

+ Compounds medications according to USP795 regulations.

+ Perform sterile compounding in compliance with USP <797> regulations.

+ Performs sterile compounding of hazardous medications according to USP<797> regulations.

+ Maintains compliance with all written and hands on aseptic technique testing according to USP <797> regulations.

+ Prepackage medication as necessary and according to establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

+ Answers telephones and assists callers with needs that do not require the professional judgment of a pharmacist.

+ Must be able to interact with EPIC, our dispensing automation software (e.g. Pyxis, Carousels) and Pharmacy Keeper software to answer all questions related to the processing of a medication order.

+ Assist customers at service window including house staff, couriers and others as needed.

+ Perform general cleaning duties as assigned to maintain cleanliness of the general pharmacy area and the I.V. Sterile Compounding areas.

+ Continually demonstrate behavior that anticipates and meets the needs of patients and other pharmacy department personnel.

+ Other duties as assigned.

+ Follows Hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.

+ Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements.

**Education:**

+ High school graduate or the equivalent.

+ Successful completion of pharmacy department training program for Pharmacy Technicians including USP <797> sterile compounding competencies, including USP<797> hazardous drug compounding competencies.

+ Associates degree or some college coursework preferred.

**Certifications:**

+ Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy required.

+ Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) verified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required.

+ CPhT-CSP (Compound Sterile Preparation) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board preferred.

+ If from out of state, can hire in a trainee status, pending board approval of their Certified Pharmacy Technician registration.

**Complexity of Work:**

+ Ability to work harmoniously and efficiently with other personnel both within and external to the pharmacy.

+ Proficiency in technical skills used in pharmacy practice

+ Ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiency with minimal direct supervision.

+ Maintain all requirements for continuous certification as CPhT.

**Work Experience:**

+ Previous experience as a pharmacy technician preferred.

+ Experience in a hospital inpatient pharmacy preferred.

+ Experience in a USP797 compliant sterile products compounding room preferred.

+ Experience with EPIC electronic healthcare record other similar programs preferred.

+ Experience with Pharmacy Keeper software or another IV workflow software system preferred.

+ Understanding of medical terminology and calculations preferred.

+ Proficient typing skills required.

**Physical Requirements:**

+ Ability to perform work which requires constant standing and walking.

+ Ability to routinely lift up to 20 pounds.

+ A willingness to perform work which has infrequent disagreeable features and safety hazards.

**Personal Protective Equipment:**

+ Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities