Compounding Pharmacy Technician

* ** 4 weeks of paid vacation
** in the first year of employment
* ** Competitive Pay**.
* ** We focus on work/life balance**– because we know your better when you can be you.
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* Follow proprietary formulations to compound commercially unavailable prescriptions into the appropriate dosage form.
* Compounding of sterile injectables, ophthalmics, oral liquids, topical agents, and tablets
* Participate in regular audits and inspections.
* Ensure the compounding lab is cleaned and maintained in accordance with procedures.
* Maintenance, calibration and proper documentation of scales, electronic meters, etc.
* Routinely checks for outdated or soon to expire chemicals.
* Complete compounding continuous education responsibilities
* Follow all safety training for handling hazardous substances.
* Understand and be familiar with cGMP guidance (21 CFR 211), 503B Guidance, USP, USP, USP and other documents as assigned.
* Work closely with the Pharmacist in Charge to ensure a quality product is being compounded
* Monitor inventory levels and report low levels to the supervisor.
* Dispose of chemicals in the proper containers.
* Document quality procedures in the appropriate logs
* Perform continuous QA on compounds.
* Prepare samples for testing.
* Submit a QRE (remove) Initiate investigations for any deviations of standard procedure or product.
* Work closely with facility Pharmacists and internal Quality Assurance personnel
* Understanding of medical terminology and pharmacy calculations
* Ability to work efficiently in a timely manner.
* Close attention to detail
* Standards for accuracy and potency must be consistently met.
* Must be capable of working with small, delicate pieces of expensive equipment to complete appropriate dosage forms.
* Must be capable of donning and wearing all protective wear as required by procedure for each area. This includes, but not limited to: mask, gloves, lab coat, coveralls, hairnet, safety goggles and shoe covers.
* Must have knowledge of basic principles, theories, laws, policies and procedures that pertain to compounding and cGMP.

- Knowledge of USP 795 **,
** USP 800, USP 795, and cGMP FDA 503B Guidelines
* High School diploma or equivalent
* One year of compounding experience preferred.
* Manual dexterity
* Adequate vision for tasks assigned.
* Good hand eye coordination
* Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr