Tablet Press Operator

Role and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for pressing compounded drug product into its final dosage form using heavy Tablet Press equipment. This position is responsible for interpreting formula worksheets and compounding medication using approved equipment and processes. Technicians are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the equipment used in compounding tablets. In addition, technicians provide assistance to the pharmacists in carrying out the mission of the pharmacy. All duties are performed under the supervision of a Lead Technician and a licensed pharmacist.

Responsibilities include:

• Operates a Tablet Press and heavy machinery according to policy and procedures
• Cleans and maintains a Tablet Press according to policy and procedure
• Troubleshoots mechanical problems as they arise
• Measures, weighs, counts, and compounds medications
• Mixes pharmaceutical preparations according to formulation logs
• Establishes and maintains accurate patient records by entering correct lot numbers and expiration dates of compounded medications.
• Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs
• Receives and stores incoming supplies, verifies quantities against invoices, and informs supervisors of stock needs and shortages
• Packages medications
• Cleans and maintains additional compounding equipment and work areas as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned