Job Title: Compounding Pharmacy Technician

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Job Description

The Compounding Pharmacy Technician plays a crucial role in the preparation and handling of sterile medications, ensuring precision and compliance with regulatory standards. This position requires a strong commitment to sterile technique and inventory oversight, as well as ongoing professional development to maintain the highest standards of patient safety and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Accurately draw and label pre-filled syringes, ensuring precise volume and air-free contents.
• Compound sterile preparations based on prescription requirements under pharmacist supervision.
• Measure and mix ingredients with precision to achieve correct dosages and concentrations.
• Maintain sterility within ISO-classified environments, including laminar flow hoods and cleanrooms.
• Follow strict gowning and hygiene procedures to prevent contamination.
• Monitor and document environmental conditions to ensure compliance with sterile standards.
• Inspect compounded products for clarity, consistency, and absence of particulates.
• Maintain detailed records of compounding activities, including lot numbers and expiration dates.
• Assist in compiling batch records and logs for regulatory and internal audits.
• Operate sterile compounding tools such as filtration systems, IV pumps, and automated mixers.
• Perform routine cleaning, calibration, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Coordinate with technical teams for equipment servicing when needed.
• Track inventory levels of sterile supplies and medications.
• Work with procurement to ensure timely restocking and avoid shortages.
• Conduct regular audits and manage stock rotation to minimize waste and ensure compliance.
• Adhere to all applicable guidelines including USP <797>, USP <800>, and state regulations.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with best practices and regulatory updates.
• Support quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and operational efficiency.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in pharmacy and compounding techniques.
• Completion of a sterile compounding training program or certification.
• Registration with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a Registered Technician or Certified Technician.
• Previous experience in sterile compounding, preferably in a hospital or specialty pharmacy setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Sterile Compounding Certification is preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment includes maintaining sterility within ISO-classified cleanrooms, and handling sterile compounding tools such as filtration systems, IV pumps, and automated mixers. Employees must adhere to strict gowning and hygiene procedures to prevent contamination, while also ensuring compliance with USP guidelines and state regulations.