What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at ANCHORAGE, AK 99508?
Job Description
Job Description
Overview
Amerita is a leading provider of Specialty Infusion services focused on providing complex pharmaceutical products and clinical services to patients outside of the hospital. As one of the most respected Specialty Infusion providers in America, we service thousands of patients nationwide through our growing network of branches and healthcare professionals. The Pharmacy Technician prepares technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of pharmaceuticals. Plays an integral role in the inventory and quality assurance activities.
Supplemental Coverage – Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Responsibilities
Coordinates and schedules the preparation of sterile admixtures and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist.
Completes all calculations on product preparation and obtains validation from the Pharmacist before compounding / mixing.
Compounds sterile admixtures and non-admixtures, including but not limited to parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, hydration and narcotic analgesics, using aseptic technique where state laws permit.
Prepares labels, prescriptions and compounding / mixing worksheets and completes and maintains product lot numbers, expiration dates and batch records.
Generates delivery / pick slips under the supervision of the Pharmacist. Picks and pulls supplies and home medical equipment.
Ensures compounding / clean room areas and related equipment are cleaned, sanitized and maintained in compliance with company policies and procedures and USP 797 and USP 800 standards. Documents all activities on the appropriate logs.
Obtains supply inventories from patients / clients and communicates information obtained to the Pharmacist as required.
Participates in branch management, department and intra-departmental meetings and quality improvement activities.
Adheres to all accreditation, OSHA, FDA, state, local and federal regulations and standards relevant to infusion pharmacy and home medical equipment.
Qualifications
Successful completion of an approved / accredited pharmacy technician training program; IV certification preferred
Certified pharmacy technician licenses, required per individual State Board of Pharmacy
One to three (1-3) years of related pharmacy experience in a home care setting
At least one (1) year of aseptic preparation of infusion-related pharmaceuticals in a hospital or home infusion setting
General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic techniques
Effective mathematical and communication skills required
Basic pharmacy knowledge of reading and interpreting prescriptions
Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently
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