Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Covetrus•Portland, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Compounding Technician I, under general supervision of a licensed pharmacist, and in accordance with standard departmental procedures, prepare medication for animal consumption. Supports the company mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Pharmacy technician registration as required by the state law.
Perform basic math sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement correctly and consistently
Operate a calculator proficiently
Interact with computer software via a keyboard
Pay attention to details and retain information readily
Read, comprehend, and translate regulations & laws into understandable instructions
Demonstrate interpersonal relationship building skills and function effectively as a team player
Knowledge of basic principles, theories and laws, policies and procedures that pertain to compounding
Exhibit punctuality and low absenteeism
Must be capable of wearing all protective wear which may include, but is not limited to masks, gloves, gowns, hairnets, safety goggles, etc.
Must be able to read reports and computer screen, hear well enough to communicate with colleagues, walk and stand for extended periods of time, operate computer, and telephone, and occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Compounding experience preferred.
PTCB preferred but not required.
Experience with veterinary products preferred.
Position requires successful completion of internal pharmacy technician compounding training.

Responsibilities

Perform duties while supervised by a licensed pharmacist.
Read and interpret veterinarian orders received in pharmacy and transcribe same onto a pharmacy computer medication profile.
Prepare in accordance with standards of pharmacy practice compounds for use under direct pharmacist supervision.
Prepare in accordance with pharmacy law and standards of pharmacy practice, prescriptions to be dispensed after pharmacist approval.
Check and remove outdated med on a routine basis to ensure that no deteriorated meds are in stock.
Keep appropriate records.
Using the company compounding system, and under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist; record, weigh, and combine pharmaceuticals in appropriate dosage according to formula and dosage for as required by the prescription.
Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures, where pharmaceuticals are stored daily.
Calibration and proper documentation of scales, powder hoods, etc.
Follows all safety and USP guidelines for preparation of compounded medications.
Complete internal monthly continuing education requirements which include but are not limited to pharmaceutical calculations, journal articles, webinars, and SOP reviews.
Follow established pharmacy SOPs and Quality Assurance program.
Perform additional functions in both internal and external departments where needed to meet business needs.