Pharmacy Technician - Compounding

Job Description

Job Description

To ensure we provide excellent customer service, we have a unique employee culture that doesn't just talk about core values, but exemplifies them in everything we do.

They are : do the right thing, quality matters, and question everything . We believe in investing in our people to play to their strengths and have the right people in the right seats.

All employees have 15 min weekly check-ins reviewed by their manager and twice a year performance reviews to ensure clarity of job expectations.

To learn more about our culture, please visit our website.

This position is responsible and accountable for compounding incoming prescriptions in the lab and reports to the Lead Pharmacy Technician.

This position is full-time, however, part-time availability will be considered.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Lead filling all prescription medications according to company and governing regulatory policies and procedures, which may change from time-to-time
• Demonstrates proficiency with following directions
• Demonstrates ability to perform non-sterile compounding per strict USP 795 / 800 standards
• Proactively anticipate, identify and propose solutions to the on-duty pharmacist / pharmacy manager any problems with any medication fills and have all work checked by pharmacist;

Technician shall not make any decisions regarding medications that may affect patient care

• Demonstrates a team mentality
• Effective interpersonal & excellent communication skills
• Self-driven, self-confidence and flexibility
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities throughout the day and week
• Ability to develop and execute a daily and weekly plan
• Result-driven attitude with a desire for success
• Demonstrates excellent verbal / written skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize to meet established deadlines
• Cross-train and cover all pharmacy technician areas assigned
• Complete all documentation and computer input as necessary
• Assist in inventory control functions
• Assist in maintenance of the pharmacy to reflect a clean and well stocked condition on a daily basis
• Help improve processes to meet customer needs; respect confidentiality of information with only those that need to know
• Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times
• Contribute to the productivity of the team; resolve conflict in a positive manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• At least 2 years pharmacy experience (compounding experience preferred)
• Licensed Pharmacy Technician in good standing with the Board of Pharmacy
• Minimum of High School Diploma / G.E.D.
• Experience with Pharmacy software
• Minimum ability to type 75 wpm
• Pass drug screen test, background check, pre-employment verification process
• Read, understand and be compliant with HIPAA
• Valid Driver’s License and in good standing
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, in the English language
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to problem solve effectively
• Ability to follow policies and procedures, basic math skills
• Motivated self-starter with great attitude, flexibility, and entrepreneurial spirit
• Able to work under pressure to prioritize and manage workload, manage simultaneous tasks and meet deadlines within a fast paced and changing environment
• Working Conditions : standing, walking, sitting, reaching above shoulders, reaching waist level, reaching below knee, climbing, lifting above shoulder up to 20 lbs and lifting waist level up to 20 lbs.

Benefits

• You want a career in pharmacy or compounding
• You love learning new skills and are open to feedback to improve your work product
• You believe in and can demonstrate our core values
• You are comfortable with fast-paced, dynamic, and growing pharmacy business in the heart of Berkeley, CA
• Competitive pay
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Valor’s pay band range for this position is $25 to $36 per hour. This salary range may include multiple levels. Your level is based on our assessment of your interview performance and experience, which you can always ask the hiring manager about to understand in more detail.

Salary is just one component of Valor’s total compensation package for employees. Your total rewards package at Valor will include employer contributions for employee premiums of medical, dental, and vision coverage, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor match and profit sharing plan, monthly catered employee celebrations lunch, PTO and Holiday pay policy, and other benefits.

The purpose of this document is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list.

This document does not reflect all job duties or requirements for every position. Requirements build as one progresses through the job levels, so any job duties required at a lower level may be required at the higher level in addition to the duties listed for that higher level.

Duties, assignments, and other responsibilities may differ for similar positions based on business conditions, departmental or geographic location, and / or needs for the particular position.

An individual must demonstrate successful performance in their current position before being considered for promotion. In addition, in order to promote into a higher-level position, a business need for the promotion must exist and the candidate must be considered the most qualified person for the new position.

Completion of certain milestones such as obtaining an advanced degree or certification, time in current position, or developing skills to perform at the higher-level role do not guarantee a promotion.

Valor Compounding Pharmacy, Inc. is an At-Will and EEO employer. We have a diverse group of hardworking people who thrive in dynamic environments.

In 2020, Valor was ranked in Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies, awarded by the San Francisco Business Times Leadership Trust, and accredited by the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB).

We are a multi-state licensed 503A sterile and non-sterile compounding pharmacy. We pride ourselves on our innovation, data driven decision making, and quality in patient care, medications, and experience.

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