Job Description

Non-Sterile Compounding Technician

Smith's Pharmacy & Smith Labs is a state-of-the-art compounding pharmacy located in Toronto, Ontario, with more than 80 years of service to the community. We specialize in preparing customized formulations including sterile infusions, bio-identical hormone therapies, pain management compounds, cosmeceutical preparations, and pediatric medications.

Smith's Pharmacy is uniquely positioned to deliver personalized compounds that address medical needs when no suitable commercial products exist. Our compounded pharmaceutical and nutraceutical preparations are created based on prescriptions from healthcare practitioners and institutions. Individual ingredients--such as pharmaceuticals, supplements, minerals, and vitamins--are precisely combined to produce the exact strength and dosage form required.

This approach allows our compounding pharmacists and pharmacy professionals to collaborate closely with healthcare providers, hospitals, pharmacies, and practitioners to tailor medications to meet each patient's specific needs.

We have an opening

starting immediately

for a Non-Sterile Compounding Technician. The ideal candidate will be looking for an engaging and challenging opportunity with a vibrant compounding pharmacy. Please visit our website www.smithspharmacy.ca.

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Maintains knowledge of and adhere to NAPRA's Model Standards of Practice for Non-Sterile Compounding of Non-Hazardous and Hazardous products Pulling/putting away manufactured medications and chemicals Counting/pouring/mixing/weighing/affixing labels/taping Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as according to current SOPs and hazardous drug control plan (HDCP) Accurately perform and verify complex calculations related to prescription formulations Performs compounding medication checks to ensure accurate components Performs medication compounding while ensuring correct components, weight, labelling and refers to a pharmacist if required Recognize when a patient or prescription order requires the assessment of a Pharmacist and ensures referral of the patient or prescription order to the pharmacist Proper operation and maintenance of all compounding equipment (mortar and pestles (manual and electronic), capsule machine, ointment mill, and biosafety (class 1) cabinets Maintenance of logs: freezer, balance calibrations, sterile hood, humidity, filter logs, environmental monitoring logs, and temperature logs Glassware and equipment washing and proper waste removal (reduces fine particulate exposure) according to current SOPs and HDCP

Qualifications:

Previous Non-Sterile Compounding Experience Required Very strong attention to detail, with ability to work in a fast-paced, zero-defect environment Demonstrated ability to be accountable for work produced and action taken is required Effective organizational skills, ability to multi task Proficient with current PC systems, MS Office programs and pharmacy software (Nexus). Interpersonal skills to build strong working relationships and positive work environment. Language skills to communicate clearly and listen carefully in a respectful manner. Receptive to constructive feedback for continuous improvement Flexible schedule- able to work 1-2 weekends per month

Benefits

Incentives Healthcare Benefit
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00-$40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person