Allergy Extract Mixing Specialist

The Allergy Extract Mixing Specialist is responsible for accurately mixing and preparing prescribed allergy extract medication for patients receiving allergen immunotherapy (allergy shots). This position will measure, mix, package, and label pharmaceutical products while adhering to strict safety protocols. Prolonged training will be provided for these unique, specialized protocols. 

Job Relationships

Reports to the Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

• Interpret allergen extract formulae and make precise measurements (syringes) to accurately produce patients’ allergy shot extracts
• Use Excel and Word to produce extract records and vial labels
• Prepare patch tests
• Communicate with referring physician offices to coordinate timing of extract production and delivery/patient pick-up
• Maintain allergy testing trays for environmental and food allergens
• Prepare dilutions for venom (stinging insect) testing and medication testing
• Properly handle and dispose of hazardous drugs and waste materials.
• Conduct routine weekly medication inventories and assist with inventory control of medications.
• Assist in ordering supplies and medications in a timely manner to avoid service delay.
• Receive and restock medications.
• Maintain any necessary QA logs, including but not limited to inventory logs, remittance statements, cleaning logs, temperature logs, and others.
• Maintain cleanliness of laboratory area and related equipment.
• Keep current on all licensures as well as Clinic safety modules.
• Participate in training and orientation of new employees as needed.
• Be a team player with clinical and office personnel.  Work closely with nurses and physicians for allergy extract quality control.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Educated as a pharmacy technician
• High School graduate or GED required
• Minimum one (1) year of compounding experience is preferred, but not required. 
• Minimum two (2) years of retail pharmacy experience is required.

Licenses/Certificates

• ONE of the following disciplines is required: 
  • Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
  • Current licensure as an CMA in the State of Illinois
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Have math proficiency for making dilutions and appropriate concentrations for allergy extracts and testing reagents
• Be proficient in sterile technique
• Be extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications
• Assumes accountability and responsibility for own practice and that, which is delegated.

Working Environment

• Works in office setting during the hours the Clinic is available to staff and physicians. 
• Sitting vs. standing averages to 50-50%.
• Minimal lifting requirements. Lifting will be conducted when supplies arrive and need to be put in the proper spaces. 

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA1