The Compounding Quality Assurance Specialist reports to the Assistant Director Pharmacy Compounding Services and is responsible supporting the pharmacies in the Johns Hopkins Health System with compounding compliance. This individual will positively affect patient care by participating in quality assurance regulatory compliance facilities / equipment maintenance staff education / training and applicable documentation.
Shift :
Full Time (40 hours)- This position is approved for some remote work.
Day Shift 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm
Weekends may be required
Education :
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
- College degree preferred
Licensure / Certification :
Current Maryland Board of Pharmacy Registration required.PTCB pharmacy technician certification required.Advanced certifications such as PTCB Compounded Sterile Preparation (CSPT) and / or ASHP Compounded Sterile Preparations Certificate preferred.JHH Intravenous (IV) Certification (includes aseptic technique and hazardous substance handling) within 90 days of hire.Required Work Experience :
Minimum 2 years of experience in the preparation of nonsterile and sterile compoundingHospital pharmacy pharmacy infusion service or 503B experience preferred.Advance training in compounding microbiology or laboratory experience desired.Knowledge Skills and Abilities :
Comprehensive understanding of inpatient and ambulatory pharmacy operations procedures and equipmentKnowledge of pharmacy terminology metric system weights / measures and compounding practicesThorough understanding of hazardous drug handling requirementsStrong attention to detailAbility to independently complete and lead projectsUnderstanding and application of aseptic technique and extensive knowledge in compounding standards USPand
preferred
Analytical ability to recognize and solve problems in assigned areasExcellent prioritization customer service skills and the ability to exercise initiative and judgmentInterpersonal skills necessary to obtain verify and exchange information with third party vendors supply chain pharmacy facilities environmental care services and hospital epidemiology and infection controlProficient written and verbal communication with proven ability to work effectively with othersAptitude to serve as a role model for compounding personnelMethodical ability to maintain recordsProficiency to type a minimum of 40 words per minuteProficient computer skills with demonstrated analytical experience and data retrieval is preferredAbility to utilize presentation programs word processing spreadsheet software and / or graphics applications is highly desiredThe Compounding Quality Assurance Specialist will :
Conduct routine pharmacy audits and employee obeservations for JHH / JHHS to evaluate aseptic technique and compliance with proceduresActively participate in the JHHS USP Committee contributing to projects and supporting follow upDevelop and deliver JHH / JHHS training as needed to support regulatory and operational standardsSupport sites with compounding or USP-related questionsAdminister aseptic competencies / media fill test for select employeesSchedule and coordinate JHH equipment maintenance annuallyProvide support to the cleanroom certifier as needed for JHH monthly sampling and certificationsManage centralized coordination and purchasing of media fill supplies to support JHH employee aseptic competency assessmentsCoordinate with vendors for JHH compounding needs including scheduling of hazardous drug wipe samplingMaintain and update JHH spreadsheet of microbiology results of monthy sampling in compounding areasSalary Range : Minimum $23.00 / hour - Maximum $37.97 / hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
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Required Experience :
IC
Key Skills
Invoicing,Information Technology Sales,IT Support,Audio Visual,Database Administration
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1