IV Tech II

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety.

B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap and CAPS.

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.bbraunusa.com

Position Summary:

Prepares compounded sterile products and performs related activities under the direction of a pharmacist.

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

• Prepares compounded sterile products using aseptic technique.
• Assists in the set up of the compounding room, equipment, and supplies for preparation of compounded sterile solutions, using aseptic technique.
• Performs general cleaning and maintenance duties as directed.
• Participates in cleanroom product introduction activities ensuring cleanroom is supplied.
• Assists in training/mentoring of new IV Technicians as assigned.
• Participates and drives special projects/assignments.
• Subject matter expect for cleanroom processes.
• Working with Cleanroom Pharmacist, the Technician II 503B performs compounding process checks of compounding Technicians.

Additional Requirements:

• Participates in and delivers training as required
• As determined by supervisor.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of IV products and compounding procedures.
• Knowledge of proper gowning procedure and aseptic technique.
• General knowledge of USP 797 and cGMP's.
• Ability to perform pharmacy calculations and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Ability to assist in training of new IV Technician personnel.

Qualifications - Experience/Training/Education/Certification/Etc:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB).
• Technician registration/license where required.
• Certificate from accredited school in states where required.
• Minimum of one year experience in preparation of compounded sterile products.
• CAPS work history demonstrates compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and proven history of reliability to complete processes as directed.
• Must be able to communicate message timely and effectively.

Desired:

• Effective communication skills.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities: Other Duties:

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Performs basic computer functions.
• Directing workflow of other technicians to ensure production is completed.
• Works directly with lead techs to drive initiatives with staff.
• Troubleshooting IT and equipment issues.
• Communicates production and personnel issues to Pharmacists.
• Participate and coordinate media fills.
• Assists the Pharmacists as assigned in managing production and processing of daily assignments.
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to reach, grasp, stoop, pull and perform repetitive motion procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

Indoors, cleanroom, working environment limited to a small area, wearing protective cleanroom attire, tolerating controlled temperatures and loud noise.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Target Based Range: $26.72-$33.40/hr

Shift hours: 9:30am-6:00pm, including every other weekend, holidays/overtime as needed

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com.

Through its "Sharing Expertise" initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, click here.

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