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Internship Sterile Compounding Jobs in Tennessee

Clinical Staff Pharmacist

Nashville, TN · On-site

$54.25 - $60.50/hr

Reviews, compounds, prepares and/or oversees the compounding of sterile products, preparation and ... Precept pharmacy interns and residents, supporting clinical education and workforce development.

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What is the difference between Internship Sterile Compounding vs Sterile Compounding Technician?

AspectInternship Sterile CompoundingSterile Compounding Technician
CredentialsTypically enrolled students or recent trainees; may not require certificationCertification often required (e.g., IV Certification), with completed training
Work EnvironmentEducational setting or training program; supervised practicePharmacy or hospital pharmacy; hands-on compounding work
Job RoleLearning and assisting under supervision; limited responsibilitiesPreparing sterile medications; more independent tasks within scope

Internship Sterile Compounding is a training position focused on learning sterile compounding skills, often in educational settings. In contrast, a Sterile Compounding Technician is a certified professional working in pharmacies or hospitals, performing sterile medication preparation with greater independence. Both roles involve sterile environments but differ mainly in experience level and certification requirements.

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$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago


East Tennessee Children's Hospital rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

683rd of 1,064 rated hospitals


Job description

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Provides advanced technical support under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Responsibilities include medication preparation, medication distribution, sterile compounding as applicable, inventory management, pharmacy automation, medication billing, quality improvement activities, and training of pharmacy personnel. Pharmacy Technician II builds upon foundational technician competencies whiledemonstratingincreased independence and technicalproficiencyin preparation for advancement to Pharmacy Technician III.

REPORTS TO

  • Pharmacy Coordinator or Pharmacy Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

License/Certification Required: Registration with the Tennessee Board of Pharmacyrequiredwithin90 daysof employment.Active, approved national pharmacy technician certificationrequiredat hire.

Minimum Work Experience: Minimum one (1) year of pharmacy technician experience.Health system pharmacy experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Health system pharmacy experience.

  • Experience with sterile compounding.

  • Experienceutilizingautomated medication distribution systems and electronic health records.

  • Demonstrated commitment to professional development and advancement within the pharmacy technician career ladder.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Intermediate knowledge of pharmacy operations and medication distribution processes.

  • Proficiencywithpharmacy automation, technology systems, and inventory management.

  • Knowledge of sterile compounding practices applicable to assigned responsibilities.

  • Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities whilemaintainingaccuracy.

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to mentor and train pharmacy technicians and learners.

  • Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, sound operational judgment, anda commitmentto continuous improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs all duties and responsibilities of PharmacyTechnician I.

  • Performs sterile compounding, when applicable,in accordance withUSP standards, departmental procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

  • Performs advanced pharmacy automation and technology functions, including automated dispensing cabinet maintenance, carousel operations, barcode and labeling support, and related system troubleshooting.

  • Performs advanced inventory management activities, discrepancy resolution, billing corrections, and medication distribution support.

  • Assistswith training, orientation, and competency development of pharmacy technicians, interns, students, and other assigned personnel.

  • Participatesin departmental quality improvement, medication safety, workflow optimization, and regulatory readiness initiatives.

  • Demonstrates increased technicalproficiencywhile supporting efficient pharmacy operations across assigned practice areas.

  • Maintains compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, departmental policies, and organizational procedures.

  • Collaborateseffectively with pharmacists, providers, nursing staff, patients, and other healthcare professionals to resolve medication distribution and operational issues.

  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of departmental and organizationalobjectives.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS-Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

  • Light lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 10-20 lbs occasionally and frequent moving of objects of less than 10 lbs is required. Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending and reaching is required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.

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