Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Technician assists with the compounding of sterile preparations in compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures, assembly of patient supplies and equipment, and other tasks under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. The Pharmacy Technician assists with the maintenance and cleaning of the pharmacy work areas as described in the Apollo References Manual, and assists with quality control and performance improvement activities as directed by the franchised pharmacy manager. This position reports to the pharmacy manager.

Qualifications

• Required: Sterile Compounding Experience
• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Required: At least 18 years of age
• Required: Good interactive skills with employees, supervisors, referral sources, and consumers
• Required: Registered with State Board of Pharmacy (if applicable in state(s) of service area)
• Preferred: National Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT)
• Preferred: Completion of Pharmacy Technician training preferred
• Preferred: Experience in laboratory or health care setting

Physical Requirements

Task

May require lifting over 40 lb. Example Lifting cases of enteral formula and infusion solutions

May require standing for extended periods. Example Standing at laminar air flow hood during product preparation

May require frequent use of computer keyboard. Example Data entry, patient documentation, label preparations, etc.

May require use of latex products. Example Clean and sterile gloves; latex injection ports

May require moderate to high amounts of driving (extended sitting). Example Patient deliveries

Perform infusion related Sterile Compounding procedures in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies and procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Free parking
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Silver Spring, MD 20904: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person