Pharmacy Technician / IV / Compounding / $2500 Sign-On Bonus

PharMerica • Portland, ME

301d • $21 - $22

About The Position

Join PharMerica as Pharmacy Technician / IV / Compounding Specialist and Receive a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus! Are you ready to take your skills to the next level in a fast-growing, non-retail pharmacy environment? PharMerica is seeking passionate and skilled individuals to join our closed-door pharmacy team, where you'll provide essential pharmaceutical care for long-term care and senior living clients. Here, you'll focus on quality patient care while developing your compounding and IV skills under the guidance of licensed pharmacists. Plus, with PharMerica's growth, there are endless opportunities for career advancement!

Requirements

• State pharmacy tech license (required)
• 6-12 months of IV Pharmacy experience (required)
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months - 1 year of IV pharmacy technician experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• National certification (preferred)
• Previous pharmacy experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• May be responsible for cleaning and maintaining Sterile Compounding room and QA as per USP 797 guidelines for a high-risk pharmacy and state law as directed by supervisor.
• Works under direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, fills prescriptions and prepares Sterile Compounding according to standards of quality, customer service, productivity guidelines and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Knowledge of Long-Term Care and Alere high risk pregnancy medications.
• May be responsible for staging, preparing, filling orders for residents at long term care facilities.
• Responsible for staging, preparing, filling orders for Alere, high-risk pregnant women.
• May be responsible for compounding Sterile Compounding orders and syringes for Alere in a Class 100 clean room including compounding medications from non-sterile powders as directed by Pharmacists, IV Supervisor, and/or Director of Pharmacy.
• May be responsible for data entry and to assist pharmacist with calling nursing home and/or Alere for refill orders.
• Responsible for maintaining, cleaning and accountability of pumps.
• Responsible for filing, answering phones, and stocking areas in the IV department as appropriate and as directed by supervisor.
• Works with Lead IV Technician in maintaining a clean/safe work environment, checking equipment for calibration, safety, and cleanliness.
• Responsible for replenishment and maintenance of Emergency Drug Kits (EDK) provided to Long Term Care Facilities.
• Responsible for communicating with Pharmacist or Supervisor, or Lead Technician with any concerns regarding USP 797 and Operations.
• May be responsible for shipping and tracking Alere packages through overnight 3rd party logistics company.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay - Recognizing your hard work
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance - Keeping you covered
• Company-Paid Short & Long-Term Disability - For your peace of mind
• Flexible Schedules & Paid Time Off - Balance is key
• Tuition Reimbursement - We invest in your future
• Employee Discount Program & Daily Pay - Enjoy perks every step of the way
• License Fee Reimbursement - We cover your pharmacy tech license fees
• 401k - Invest in yourself
• Pet Insurance: Protect your furry friends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Health and Personal Care Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED