What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile IV Compounding Pharmacy Technician position at AmeriPharma?
About AmeriPharma
AmeriPharma is a rapidly growing healthcare company where you will have the opportunity to contribute to our joint success on a daily basis. We value new ideas, creativity, and productivity. We like people who are passionate about their roles and people who like to grow and change as the company evolves.
AmeriPharma’s Benefits
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life that fits your lifestyle and goals
- Great pay and general compensation structures
- Employee assistance program to assist with mental health, legal questions, financial counseling etc.
- Comprehensive PTO and sick leave options
- 401k program
- Plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement
- Company sponsored outings and team-building events
- Casual Fridays
Job Summary
As a Sterile IV Compounding Technician at AmeriPharma, you will play a critical role in the preparation and compounding of sterile intravenous (IV) medications under the supervision of a licensed infusion pharmacist. This position requires strict adherence to aseptic techniques, sterile compounding standards (e.g., USP <797>), and internal protocols to ensure the safety, accuracy, and quality of all compounded products.
Schedule Details
- Location: On-site, Orange, CA
- Shift: 8-hour shifts / 40 hours per week
- Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Schedule may vary within operational hours)
Duties and Responsibilities
- Sterile Compounding: Prepare IV medications—including TPNs, antibiotics, and other admixtures—in a cleanroom environment. Operate automated compounding devices when needed.
- Labeling & Packaging: Accurately label and package all compounded medications with complete details, including patient name, medication name, dosage, and expiration date.
- Inventory Management: Track medication and supply inventory, including lot numbers and expiration dates. Assist with ordering, receiving, and restocking to ensure operational efficiency.
- Quality Control: Adhere to all quality assurance protocols to maintain product safety, sterility, and accuracy. Participate in equipment maintenance, routine inspections, and improvement initiatives.
- Environmental Monitoring: Perform routine cleanroom maintenance, document environmental conditions, and conduct surface sampling, media fills, and GFTs as required.
- Cleanroom Certification: Participate in biannual cleanroom certification procedures to maintain compliance with sterility regulations.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and compliant records of compounding activities, including calibration reports and patient-specific documentation.
- Prescription Entry & Refill Scheduling: Enter prescription data into the pharmacy system and manage refill schedules to ensure continuous patient therapy.
- Cross-Training & Support: Assist with other pharmacy operations as needed and engage in cross-training opportunities assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Valid and current Pharmacy Technician License
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in sterile compounding or IV preparation
- Strong knowledge of USP <797> and USP <800> guidelines
- Proficient in pharmaceutical math and dosage calculations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Proven time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar systems
- Ability to work in a cleanroom for extended periods and lift moderate weight
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating compounding machines such as Abacus or ExactaMix
AmeriPharma’s Mission Statement
Our goal is to achieve superior clinical and economic outcomes while maintaining the utmost compassion and care for our patients. It is our joint and individual responsibility daily to demonstrate to outpatients, prescribers, colleagues, and others that We Care!
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
EEO Statement
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. AmeriPharma values diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or based on disability or any other legally protected class.
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