Compounding Pharmacy Technician

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compounding Medications

·       Non-Sterile Compounding: Prepare a variety of non-sterile compounded medications, such as, but not limited to, capsules, oral liquids, topical medications, nasal preparations, suppositories, troches, and tablets, following USP <795> & <800> guidelines.

·       Sterile Compounding: Prepare sterile compounded medications, but not limited to, (e.g., IV admixtures, injectables, eye drops, etc.) in compliance with USP <797> & <800> guidelines, ensuring aseptic technique is consistently applied and maintaining a sterile environment.

·       Ensure all compounded medications meet pharmaceutical standards for accuracy, potency, and elegance.

·       Verify accuracy of compounding formulas, following prescribed instructions to ensure consistency in each batch.

·       Maintain a clean and organized compounding area to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient work.

Patient Information & Prescription Processing

·       Operate pharmacy software to gather patient and prescription information, ensuring prescriptions are processed accurately in compliance with company policies and regulatory guidelines.

·       Update and maintain patient profiles accurately, ensuring medication and personal information is current.

Confidentiality & Compliance

·       Adhere to all relevant regulatory, accreditation, and internal guidelines, including state and federal laws, HIPAA confidentiality standards, and specific compounding regulations (USP <795>, USP <797>, & USP <800>). Along with ACHC/PCAB and Nationwide Compounding SOPs.

·       Ensure all compounded medications (both sterile and non-sterile) are prepared following quality control and safety procedures.

·       Follow safety protocols for handling hazardous materials (USP <800>) and maintaining sterile compounding environments (USP <797> & <800>).

·       Adhere to state, federal, and regulatory guidelines for compounding and dispensing medications.

Quality Control & Accuracy

·       Ensure that all compounded medications are labeled correctly and meet quality standards for potency and pharmaceutical elegance.

·       Perform regular quality control checks to verify that each batch meets prescribed formulas and desired outcomes.

Inventory Management

·       Monitor and manage inventory for compounded medications and materials, including bulk ingredients, packaging supplies, and finished medications.

·       Ensure timely ordering and proper storage of all materials, maintaining up-to-date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Certificates of Analysis for all chemicals.

·       Assist in managing controlled substances and maintaining accurate inventory records in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Safety & Sanitation

·       Follow established sanitation protocols of deactivate, decontaminate, clean and disinfect for the compounding area to prevent contamination and maintain a clean environment.

·       Perform routine cleaning of equipment and workspace, adhering to daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning procedures.

·       Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals and materials in accordance with safety regulations.

Collaboration with Pharmacists

·       Work closely with pharmacists to ensure compounded medications are prepared according to prescribed formulas and meet patient needs.

·       Assist pharmacists in reviewing medication regimens, discussing potential issues with formulas, and making adjustments as necessary.

 Prescription Call-Backs & Support

·       Assist in the prescription call-back process, confirming patient details and resolving prescription discrepancies.

·       Provide administrative support, including assisting in prescription fulfillment and other operational tasks related to medication preparation.

Additional Responsibilities

·       Fulfill additional requests from management as needed.

COMPENTENCIES:

·       Attention to Detail: Necessary for ensuring the accuracy of compounded medications, prescription processing, and patient information management. It is critical for maintaining high standards of quality and precision in every task.

·       Compounding Expertise (Sterile & Non-Sterile): Proficient in both non-sterile and sterile compounding, with knowledge of and adherence to USP <795> (non-sterile), and USP <797> (sterile), and USP <800> guidelines. Ensures that all formulations meet required standards for accuracy, potency, and pharmaceutical elegance, while maintaining sterile environments where necessary.

·       Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding and adhering to state, federal, and industry regulations, including HIPAA, USP guidelines (USP <795>, USP <797>, and USP <800>), and other relevant standards. Essential for maintaining legal and ethical standards within the pharmacy.

·       Inventory Management: Skilled in managing inventory for both compounded medications and materials, ensuring that sterile and non-sterile ingredients are available and stored properly, and that controlled substances are appropriately tracked and managed.

·       Communication & Teamwork: Strong communication skills for collaborating with pharmacists, other technicians, and patients to ensure accurate and effective compounding, prescription fulfillment, and patient care.

EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy.
• Prior experience in compounding or laboratory work is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands for compounding, labeling, and operating equipment.
• Clear vision for reading labels and verifying medications.
• Frequent repetitive tasks like mixing, weighing, and measuring.
• Ability to bend and stoop to access shelves and equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Clean, temperature-controlled pharmacy lab; sterile compounding in a clean room.
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and medications; adherence to safety protocols required.
• Required use of all necessary PPE which includes but not limited to gloves, lab coats, gowns, and protective eyewear.

• Low to moderate noise levels, with occasional higher noise from equipment.