The Pharmacy Technician Sterile Compounding is responsible for assisting Pharmacists in the preparation, dispensing, and distribution of compounded sterile preparations (CSPs) and non-sterile drug products. Under the direct supervision of a registered Pharmacist and following established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and USP guidelines, prepares sterile preparations (CSPs) and non-sterile drug products in order to ensure medications are ready and available for administration to the patient. Maintains accurate records utilizing established policies and procedures. • Sterile Compounding: Under the direct supervision of a registered Pharmacist and following established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and USP guidelines, prepares sterile drug products. • Prepares of all types of pharmaceuticals: non-hazardous, controlled and non-controlled, with regards to sterile preparations. • Maintain accurate records of products prepared according to established documentation guidelines. • Follows established procedures for appropriate documentation in electronic health record or similar. • Maintain clean and safe environment for drug manipulation • Assist Pharmacist in filling patient specific medication orders and prescriptions by pulling items and ensuring medication is ready for delivery. • Accurately document work performed throughout the compounding and/or medication delivery process in various electronic and automated systems including but not limited to: EPIC, DoseEdge, Omnicell. • Distributes compounded sterile preparations (CSPs) and non-sterile drug products as specified by the Pharmacist to designated areas on the patient floors. • Maintain and store inventory of pharmaceuticals and supplies within the pharmacy or other assigned areas under proper storage conditions and/or security. • Receives and scans incoming medication orders from Wholesalers and Supply Chain. Appropriately and handles paperwork for each order. • Rotate stock within storage areas to promote the use of first expiring medications to prevent drug shortages and mitigate potential for patient harm. • Discard expired drugs in accordance with established department procedures. • Accurately document pertinent information regarding medications throughout day-to-day operations including but not limited to physical count, expiration dating, and beyond use dating if applicable. • Keep accurate inventory and communicate with Pharmacy purchasing team. • Assist with routine quality assurance activities in clean room including but not limited to temperature and pressure monitoring. • Maintains the work area and equipment in the clean room, to include restocking of medications, diluents, and supplies • Clean ISO classified and/or non-classified spaces according to department procedure and USP standards. • Assist pharmacy manager(s) in organization of controlled substance records including assistance in investigations regarding controlled substances when required. • Accurately handle and execute required documentation of controlled substances according to federal and state regulations, and Connecticut Children’s standard operating procedures • Maintains other pertinent operational records not listed as required by department / state / federal policies and/or guidelines. • When working in the main pharmacy, assists customers by answering incoming calls and greeting customers at the Pharmacy window. • Retrieves orders for pickup. • Non-Sterile Compounding: Under the direct supervision of a registered Pharmacist and following established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and USP guidelines, prepares non-sterile drug products. • Prepares of all types of pharmaceuticals: hazardous and non-hazardous, controlled and non-controlled, with regards to non-sterile preparations only. • Maintain accurate records of products prepared according to established documentation guidelines. • Follows established procedures for appropriate documentation in electronic health record or similar. • Maintain clean and safe environment for drug manipulation. • Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Education and/or Experience Required: • High School Diploma, GED, or a higher level of education that would require the completion of high school. • At least 1 year experience as a Pharmacy Technician required to include 6 months experience in non-sterile compounding and 6 months experience in nonhazardous sterile compounding. Or • 6 months experience as a Non-Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician with Connecticut Children’s with successful completion of training in nonhazardous sterile compounding. Education and/or Experience Preferred: • Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare related field. License and/or Certifications Required: • State of Connecticut Pharmacy Technician license. • PTCB required within 6 months of start date in job. License and/or Certification Preferred: • Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician Certification (CSPT. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. • Understanding of governing policies (USP <795>, <797>, and <800>) of sterile and non-sterile drug preparation • Proficient understanding of Environmental Monitoring Procedures. • Solid understanding of technician responsibilities in electronic health record (EPIC). • Demonstrate strong understanding of various electronic and automated systems to accurately document work performed throughout the compounding process and/or the medication delivery process. • Demonstrated ability to use mathematical methods and functions required for pharmaceutical preparation. • Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite specifically MS word and Excel. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with patients and patient support members. • Able to prioritize work and adapt to new workflows and processes. • Able to work as part of a team.