À propos de ce poste Compounding Technician chez Meds
Meds.com is a rapidly growing consumer technology firm operating a suite of healthcare businesses, including our flagship brands BlueChew & MOD. Our mission is to better patients' lives through innovative healthcare solutions. With a team of 350 professionals across various specialties, we've built scalable pharmacy, telemedicine, and e-commerce platforms using cutting-edge technology. As we continue our accelerated growth trajectory, we're launching new products to expand our patient base and accelerate growth. Join us in tackling exciting challenges at the intersection of healthcare and technology.
The non-sterile compounding technician is responsible for creating compounded medication under the supervision and direction of a pharmacist. The duties of a non-sterile compounding technician include, but not limited to, receiving medication orders, measuring quantities, mixing ingredients, packaging medication, and updating records.
Join our team in our Elmhurst, IL office - we're looking for someone who truly values and enjoys working in the office, not just tolerates it.
What You'll Do
Completes compounding and other pharmacy records as indicated.
Weighs, measures, and mixes raw material ingredients, monitors agitation, heating and cooling temperatures, and other parameters to ensure finished batches of tablets meet specifications.
Transfers materials into properly labeled, approved containers.
Cleans and sanitizes equipment and completes all required documentation to maintain compliance with USP <795> (non-sterile compounding) and company's Quality System.
Maintains a thorough understanding of USP <795> guidelines.
Prepares labels and picks in accordance with the dispensing order.
Prepares both prepackaged and unit dose drugs in accordance with the dispensing order.
Prepares and generates batches for preparation of non-sterile mixtures.
Organizes assigned workload to facilitate its accomplishment.
Ensures that the compounding room and related equipment are cleaned and maintained per organizational policy and procedures.
Participates with the pharmacist and pharmacy manager in monitoring/maintaining drug inventories and preparing orders for drugs and related supplies.
Participates in department QA activities as requested
Follow Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidelines for maintaining safety and managing safety events.
Demonstrate general knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Properly clean up hazardous medication spills utilizing established safety protocols.
Safely dispose of hazardous wastes generated during medication preparation.
Routinely check for outdated or soon to expire chemicals and compounded products.
Use proper garbing techniques in accordance with SOP guidelines.
Effectively prepare and organize all compounded products for pharmacist review.
Work closely with the Quality Assurance Department to ensure product sterility, potency and absence of endotoxins.
Assists pharmacists and pharmacists-in-charge perform any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Obtain Pharmacy Technician License
Obtain Pharmacy Technician Certification within 6 months of hire
Compounding and/or Laboratory experience
Capable of wearing all protective wear as required. This includes, but not limited to, masks, gloves, gowns, hair net, safety goggles, etc.
Ability to operate computer and laboratory equipment
Detail Oriented
Strong organizational skills
Ability to multi-task
Ability to work as part of a team
Experience in a fast pace working environment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of basic principles, theories and laws, policies and procedures that pertain to compounding
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards
Detail-oriented and self-motivated
Tableting and/or Encapsulating experience preferred
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a team to achieve goals around safety, quality, and delivery
Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
Ability to perform rudimentary mathematical calculations as related to compounding
Knowledge of medical terminology
Effective problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work on your feet for an 8-hour shift.
Ability to repetitively use hands, wrist, and arms to perform job duties.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of force in order to lift, carry, pull and/or move objects as required.
We are looking for top-talent that wants to make a measurable impact in an exciting, fast-paced environment. This role is full-time in Elmhurst, IL.
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