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Job Responsibility:
Performs duties consistent with medication compounding and other advanced level technical tasks as defined by the specialized functional area
Assists pharmacists by compounding, preparing, labelling, and dispensing of medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist
Completes advanced tasks in specific areas related to training, competency and advancement of patient safety and efficiency related programs
May also perform tasks unrelated to compounding to assist pharmacists in accordance with laws and regulations
Provides support to the pharmacy team for tasks requiring specific knowledge and training
Develops supporting documentation, policies, standard operating procedures and competency/training assessments, including periodic review and updating as needed
Coordinates initiatives with supervisor(s) of the area, providing leadership and direction for current and future projects with a focus on patient safety, efficiency, and cost-effective strategies
Selects appropriate products or devices for compounding processes
Follows processes that demonstrate compliance with USP standard
Utilizes specialized compounding technique related to specific medication preparation requirements
Anticipates patient compounding needs based on orders or information provided to the compounding area
Follows required procedures for storage and disposal of controlled substances, pharmaceutical waste, blood/plasma containing products and hazardous materials
Identifies and reports any safety concerns in the compounding processes to pharmacists and/or supervisor as appropriate
Implements plans related to reduction of waste within the compounding area
Understands and follows quarantine and sterility testing procedures as defined in USP standards for compounded medications and extended BUDs
Appropriately uses and maintains technology and equipment utilized in compounding processes, including workflow devices, robotics, and computer software
Identifies problems and provides advanced troubleshooting skills to maintain operation of technology to ensure the highest level of safety in the compounding process
Maintains understanding of eRecord functions, including accessing rate information to provide calculations for required volume production
Utilizes information resources related to compounding processes, including master formulations, compounding records, etc
Assesses and implements new advanced technology options in their area of practice where applicable
Completes and comprehends all assigned educational materials specific to compounding
Contributes to development and maintenance of training and competency assessments in specialized area of practice
Participates in and reinforces environmental monitoring and compliance required by USP standards
Demonstrates appropriate infection prevention processes and techniques
Demonstrates and implements mitigating strategies related to protecting oneself and environment in handling medications, including hazardous medications
Understands and maintains USP and Joint Commission compliance related to compounding oversight and quality standards
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
High School diploma and 1 year Pharmacy Technician experience required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
At least eighteen years of age at the time of application required
Completion of ASHP accredited training program or equivalent experience as a pharmacy technician required
Certification from a nationally accredited pharmacy technician certification program (Currently PTCB) and maintain ongoing education requirements required
PHRMTECH-R - Registered Pharmacy Technician Licensed within the state of New York required