Licensed pharmacist technician vs compounding technician

Differences between licensed pharmacist technician and compounding technician duties and responsibilities

Licensed pharmacist technician example responsibilities.

• Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks while supporting team members in promptly, safely and accurately filling patient prescriptions.
• Introduce to the PYXIS machine (automate dispensing system).
• Check prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications.
• Busy independent pharmacy\ average, daily prescription business is 325-425 Rx's per day.
• Skil in dealing with billing and reimbursement for insurance, workers' compensation and Medicaid.
• Expect to do out on pass medication forms, pyxis billing, regular and narcotic refills.
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Compounding technician example responsibilities.

• Experience in using syringes and managing other compounding activities in accordance with USP797.
• Manage assigned pharmacy workstations and tasks while supporting team members in promptly, safely and accurately filling patient prescriptions.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements including all applicable USP, OSHA, FDA and GMP regulations; respirator train.
• Blister packing, filling syringes, preparing daily medications )
• Require math and measurement skills to ensure that ratios of mix materials are consistent.
• Maintain a clean and cross-contamination free work area in accordance to USP 795 guidelines.
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