What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Compounding Specialist - Southampton Hospital position at Stonybrook Medicine?
POSITION SUMMARY
In addition to Staff Pharmacist responsibilities, the Sterile Compounding Specialist will oversee the performance/operations of the compounding area within the Hospital Pharmacy and Phillips Family Cancer Center. Additionally, the Sterile Compounding Specialist will be responsible for the personnel compliance (documented assessments and trainings) as related to the preparation of compounded sterile preparations (CSPs). The Sterile Compounding Specialist will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all Joint Commission standards regarding CSPs, including the Environmental Monitoring of the IV Room areas and all related duties, as well as articulating the Hospital’s policies and procedures to regulatory agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follows established departmental policies and procedures.
- Compounds, labels, and packages medication and pharmaceuticals.
- Advises medical and nursing staff on the use of various medications including dosage, side effects, and composition.
- Ensures secure storage and counts of narcotics and other controlled substances on a regular basis.
- Assists in preparing required reports by compiling information.
- Documents clinical interventions.
- Checks for interactions between drugs, food/drug, allergies, and/ or dosages.
- Shows competency in the usage of the C-2 Safe and Pyxis Medstations.
- Assists Hospital Staff with pharmaceutical waste disposal information.
- Trains and educates staff regarding official USP <797> standards.
- Develops and manages standard operating procedures related to sterile compounding.
- Ensures IV preparation areas are within regulatory standards, including environmental and engineering control monitoring.
- Performs fingertip and media testing for all staff as required by regulatory standards.
- Collaborates with USP <800> officer regarding all aspects of hazardous drug management.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- NYS Pharmacy Registration and License
- Completion of a 5/6 year program from a school of Pharmacy - Bachelor of Science or Pharm D degree
- Experience in sterile compounding preparation
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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.
- Occasional prolonged standing/walking.
- Occasional lifting of supplies/equipment (up to 50lbs.)
As part of employment at Southampton Hospital, there may be occasions when travel to other locations is needed to support operational needs.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
- Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
- All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
- This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
- This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital and related facilities.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
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Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services*
- Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
- Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
Company Overview:
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital as part of Stony Brook Medicine provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the heart of the village of Southampton, two hours from New York City, the hospital provides healthcare services to a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners and vacationers. The population, about 75,000 in the winter months, increases sharply to more than 300,000 in the summer. Stony Brook Southampton Hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by Newsday among large employers (defined as having 500 employees).
StaffCo is a Professional Employer Organization, commonly referred to as a PEO, duty organized and registered under the New York Professional Employer Organization Law. StaffCo and SUNY have entered into a professional employer agreement under which StaffCo is the employer of Stony Brook Southampton employees and responsible for employment, including, promotions, disciplines, terminations, the day-to-day direction and supervision of work, as well as labor relations and collective bargaining. StaffCo is fully responsible for providing all payroll and human resource services, including the payment of wages, collecting and reporting payroll taxes and maintaining any and all employee benefits. SUNY Stony Brook Hospital is responsible for the operation of the hospital and provision of health care and is the co-employer as is necessary to conduct its responsibilities and for related licensure, regulatory or statutory requirements and obligations.
Given StaffCo’s employment responsibilities, it is deemed the “employer” for employment and labor law purposes. Thus, the employees are private sector employees of StaffCo, not public sector employees of SUNY. The private sector nature of the StaffCo employees has been approved by NYS Civil Service and upheld in a decision by the US National Labor Relations Board.
Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.
Salary : $767,270 - $910,934