What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Compounding Specialist position at PSC Pharmacy?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented sterile and nonsterile compounding Technician to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will prepare customized medication formulations for individual patients, working under the supervision of a pharmacist to ensure safe and accurate medication preparation, often specializing in sterile or hazardous drug compounding.
Responsibilities
- Medication Preparation:
- Compounding: Mixing and preparing medications from raw ingredients to create customized formulations tailored to specific patient needs.
- Sterile Compounding: Preparing medications in a sterile environment, often for intravenous use, requiring specialized knowledge and skills.
- Hazardous Drug Compounding: Handling and preparing medications that pose a risk to healthcare workers, requiring strict safety protocols.
- Quality Control:
- Testing and Analysis: Performing analytical tests to ensure the purity, potency, and quality of compounded medications.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of compounding procedures, ingredients, and quality control results.
- Inventory Management:
- Stocking and Ordering: Maintaining adequate supplies of compounding ingredients and equipment.
- Record Keeping: Tracking inventory levels and ensuring proper storage of medications.
- Patient Care:
- Communication: Communicating with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate medication preparation and patient safety.
- Labeling and Packaging: Preparing and labeling medications for patient use.
- Other Duties:
- Equipment Maintenance: Cleaning and maintaining compounding equipment and facilities.
- Training: Assisting in the training of other pharmacy staff.
- Compliance: Adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines, such as those set by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP).
This role is essential for maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety within our facility. If you possess the necessary skills and are committed to excellence in healthcare, we encourage you to apply for this vital position as a Compounding Technician.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Work Location: In person
