Pharmacy Technician, Home Infusion Pharmacy
About The Position
Performs pharmaceutical procedures for medications and Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOs) preparation and distribution. Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medication, nutritional products, IV admixture and solutions, and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) according to policies, USP 797 and 800 guidelines, state and federal regulations, and accreditation organization standards. Assists with medicine and supplies inventory management and control, including maintaining adequate stock levels, checking pricing accuracy, and completing required regulatory documentation. Follows standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control policies to maintain a safe and sterile medication area, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods. Candidates with compounding experience will be given preference. Employees may handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including managing, storing, preparing, receiving, unpacking, transporting, disposing of, or administering them in accordance with USP 800 guidelines.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program.
- Registered Pharmacy Technician by the California Board of Pharmacy (PHRMTECHR).
- One year of recent relevant experience.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations, and laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of different pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.
- Ability to identify and use pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and medication record keeping.
- Basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards, including NABP, TJC, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA, and USP.
- Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
- Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments, follow standardized operating procedures and scientific methods, achieve objectives, and meet deadlines.
- General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.
Nice To Haves
- Compounding experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, compound, package, label, and dispense medications, nutritional products, IV admixtures and solutions, and DME in accordance with applicable policies, guidelines, regulations, and accreditation standards.
- Assist with medication and supplies inventory management and control, including maintaining adequate stock levels and checking pricing accuracy.
- Complete required regulatory documentation.
- Follow standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control policies to maintain a safe and sterile medication area, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods.
- Handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs as required, in accordance with USP 800 guidelines.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
