Pharmacy Technician, Home Infusion Pharmacy

Sutter Health•Alameda, CA

23h

About The Position

Performs pharmaceutical procedures for the preparation and distribution of medications and Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS). Prepares, compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medications, nutritional products, IV admixtures and solutions, and durable medical equipment according to organizational policies, USP 797 and 800 guidelines, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards. Candidates with compounding experience will be given preference. Assists with medication and supply 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. Employees may handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH guidance and USP 800 requirements.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program.
Registered Pharmacy Technician certification 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 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 prioritizing assignments and working within standardized procedures and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), 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 durable medical equipment.
Follow organizational policies, USP 797 and 800 guidelines, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards.
Assist with medication and supply inventory management, including maintaining stock levels, checking pricing accuracy, and completing regulatory documentation.
Follow cleaning and infection-control protocols to maintain safe and sterile medication areas, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods.
Handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with applicable NIOSH guidance and USP 800 requirements.