Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Amerita•Totowa, NJ

3d•$25 - $27

About The Position

Amerita, Inc. is a home infusion therapy provider seeking a Pharmacy Technician - Compounding to join its Pharmacy team. The role performs technical and clerical tasks associated with preparing, labeling, and dispensing pharmaceuticals and reports to the Pharmacy Manager. The position is based at an Amerita branch and supports the preparation of sterile mixtures and home medical equipment orders. Continuous professional development and career progression discussions are offered. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with weekend work required. The role may also require scheduled on-call evening and weekend availability. Minimal driving for patient deliveries may be required.

Requirements

Successful completion of an approved or accredited Pharmacy Technician training program.
Active registered Pharmacy Technician license in the state of practice, in accordance with state regulations; an NJ active Pharmacy Technician license is required for this posting.
National Pharmacy Technician Certification when required by the state board of pharmacy in the state of practice.
General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use, and aseptic techniques.
Flexible schedule and ability to work scheduled on-call evenings and weekends.
Effective mathematical and communication skills.
Basic pharmacy knowledge, including reading and interpreting prescriptions.
Ability to work independently, accurately, and efficiently.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to perform constant sitting and keyboard typing, occasional standing and walking, and push, pull, lift, or carry 21–30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

IV certification preferred.
1–3 years of related pharmacy experience in a home care, retail, or pharmacy setting preferred.
At least 1 year of aseptic preparation of infusion-related pharmaceuticals in a hospital or home infusion setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule preparation of sterile mixtures and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist.
Complete calculations required for product preparation.
Compound sterile mixtures and non-mixtures, including parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, hydration, and narcotic analgesics, using aseptic technique where permitted by state law.
Clean, sanitize, and maintain compounding and clean-room areas and related equipment in compliance with company policies and procedures and USP 797 and USP 800 standards.
Document activities on appropriate logs.
Participate in branch management, department, and interdepartmental meetings and quality improvement activities.
Adhere to applicable accreditation, OSHA, FDA, state, local, and federal regulations and USP 797 and USP 800 standards relevant to infusion pharmacy and home medical equipment.
Document temperature logs, pressure and humidity monitoring, and clean-room sterility testing in compliance with company policies and procedures and USP 797 and USP 800 standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.