Pharmacy Technician / Compounding Infusion
Amerita
Summary
Amerita, Inc. is a leading provider in home Infusion therapy. We are looking for a Pharmacy Technician/Compounding to join our Pharmacy team as we grow to be one of the top home infusion providers in the country. The Pharmacy Technician will report to the Pharmacy Manager of the branch.
Job description
As a core member of the Pharmacy team, you will be expected to prepare technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of pharmaceuticals.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates and schedules the preparation of sterile mixtures and home medical equipment orders with the assistance of the Pharmacist
- Completes all calculations on product preparation as necessary
- Compounds sterile mixtures and non-mixtures, including, but not limited to parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, hydration and narcotic analgesics, using aseptic technique where state laws permit
- 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 appropriate logs
- 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 USP 797 and USP 800 standards relevant to infusion pharmacy and home medical equipment
- Documents all temperature logs, pressure and humidity monitors, records all sterility testing done in the clean room in compliance with company policies and procedures, and USP 797 and USP 800 standards
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Successful completion of an approved/accredited Pharmacy Technician training program; IV certification preferred
- Registered Pharmacy Technician license in state of practice per state regulations
- National Pharmacy Technician Certification as required by the state board of pharmacy in state of practice
- 1-3 years of related pharmacy experience in a home care setting, retail or pharmacy setting, preferred
- At least 1 year of aseptic preparation of infusion-related pharmaceuticals in a hospital or home infusion setting preferred
- General knowledge of drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic techniques
- Flexible schedule with the ability to work on-call evenings and weekends on an as-scheduled basis
- Effective mathematical and communication skills required
- Basic pharmacy knowledge of reading and interpreting prescriptions
- Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently
- Valid driver's license
Requirements
- Successful completion of an approved/accredited Pharmacy Technician training program
- Registered Pharmacy Technician license in state of practice per state regulations
- National Pharmacy Technician Certification as required by the state board of pharmacy in state of practice
- 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
- Valid driver's license
- Flexible schedule with the ability to work on-call evenings and weekends on an as-scheduled basis
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount Program
- DailyPay
- 401(k)
- Pet Insurance
Company overview
Amerita is a leading specialty infusion company that provides comprehensive infusion therapy services for patients with acute and chronic health conditions across the United States. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, Amerita operates 34 pharmacy locations nationwide, offering personalized clinical care through home infusion services, dedicated infusion suites, and ambulatory infusion centers. The company specializes in complex therapies including IV antibiotics, immunoglobulin therapy, chronic inflammatory condition treatments, specialty medications, nutrition support, clotting factor replacements, and inotrope therapy. Amerita employs a multidisciplinary team of pharmacists, certified pharmacy technicians, registered infusion nurses, and clinical professionals who deliver medication and required supplies as prescribed by physicians. With a mission to provide exceptional specialty healthcare services, Amerita focuses on improving patient lives through coordinated pharmacy and nursing coverage, ensuring treatment is administered at the optimal site of care whether in patients' homes or clinical settings. The company holds multiple accreditations including ACHC, PCAB, and URAC Specialty Pharmacy accreditation, demonstrating its commitment to quality standards and patient safety.