FAQs
What are the primary responsibilities of a Student Pharmacy Technician in a home infusion setting?
The primary responsibilities include preparing drugs in unit-doses for IV/OR, inpatient, and ancillary areas under the supervision of staff pharmacists. They also assist in physician order processing, dispensing medications, transporting medication supplies, and maintaining records.
What is the level of supervision for Student Pharmacy Technicians in a home infusion setting?
Student Pharmacy Technicians work under direct supervision of staff pharmacists in a home infusion setting.
What tasks does a Student Pharmacy Technician typically handle in a home infusion setting?
Tasks include drug preparation, unit-dose packaging, assisting with physician order processing, dispensing medications, transporting medication supplies, and maintaining accurate records.
How does a Student Pharmacy Technician in a home infusion setting support the pharmacy team?
They support the pharmacy team by assisting with various tasks such as drug preparation, dispensing medications, and maintaining records, under the supervision of staff pharmacists.
What qualifications or education is required to become a Student Pharmacy Technician in a home infusion setting?
To become a Student Pharmacy Technician in a home infusion setting, one must typically be enrolled in a pharmacy technician program or have relevant coursework in pharmacy. On-the-job training and supervision by staff pharmacists are also provided.