• Medical Training Institute of New York
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Pharmacy Sterile Compounding

Course Overview

MTINY STERILE COMPOUNDING TRAINING

MTINY’s Sterile Compounding program introduces students to institutional pharmacy practice and prepares Pharmacy Technicians II for the sterile compounding certification exam. The program covers sterile products, aseptic techniques, and sterile facility operations, emphasizing safe and effective practices.

Our Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician program includes expanded training on medication preparation, processing, techniques, documentation, safety, compliance, billing, and emergency management.

Pharmacy technicians play a vital role in ensuring patient safety by upholding clinical standards when preparing, transporting, and distributing medications. A sterile compounding certification equips professionals with the skills to maintain medication safety and prevent contamination.

Program Summary

What is Sterile Compounding Certification?

This certification shows pharmacy technicians have the skills to safely prepare sterile products in clean environments, reducing contamination risks and ensuring patient safety.

Why is it Important?

  • Protects Patients: Certified technicians uphold clinical standards, reducing medication-related risks.
  • Protects Practices: Certification minimizes errors, malpractice risks, and operational disruptions.
  • Career Growth: Employers value certified technicians, increasing job opportunities and earning potential.
  • Recognition: Certification demonstrates dedication and earns respect within the field.

MTINY’s program offers hands-on training to prepare students for these benefits while safeguarding their patients and practices.

USP 797 and 800 Compliance

USP 797 sets standards for sterile drug compounding to ensure sterility, while USP 800 focuses on safe handling of hazardous drugs (HDs) to protect healthcare personnel, patients, and the environment. Together, these standards reduce contamination risks and enhance safety in healthcare settings.

Hospital Pharmacy Practice Labs

  • Institutional Care Settings: Training in hospital pharmacy operations.
  • IV Admixture & Aseptic Technique I: Introduces aseptic techniques and sterile preparation through hands-on IV Clean Room exercises, focusing on sterility and hospital pharmacy practices.

What does a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician do?

Pharmacy Technicians typically work for pharmacies, hospitals or health clinics. They work closely with Pharmacists and other Pharmacy Technicians to prepare Intravenous Admixture Solutions.

Hands-on Training with Pyxis and Omnicell

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This technology employs the use of storage units that operate somewhat like vending machines for medical products, but also have sophisticated software on the back-end that handles patient orders, medication dosing documentation, inventory management, and billing transactions. This course will cover automated dispensing cabinets as well as centralized pharmacy automation products.

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In a hospital or other clinical setting, the units are installed at most units where patients are seen, such as General Medicine, ICU, the OR, and the ER. Supplies and/or meds are enclosed in the cabinets that are locked until the clinician accesses them.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Current and Expanding Role of the Pharmacy Technician
  • Training and Skills for Advanced Pharmacy Technician Roles
  • The Basics of Aseptic Preparations
  • The Sterile Environment
  • United States Pharmacopeia USP<797>: Pharmaceutical Compound-Sterile Preparations
  • Administration of Intravenous Products
  • Medications Used in Intravenous Preparations
  • Intravenous Solutions, Stability, and Incompatibilities
  • Calculations Used in Intravenous Preparations
  • Equipment, Facilities and Supplies
  • Techniques for Preparing Intravenous Admixtures
  • Total Parenteral Nutrition
  • United States Pharmacopeia USP<800>: Pharmaceutical Compound-Sterile Preparations
  • Hazardous Drug Preparation: Chemotherapy Nutrition
  • Patient Administration Considerations
  • Quality Assurance and Medication Error Prevention
  • Medications and Disease Management
  • Infection Control and Waste Management
  • United States Pharmacopeia USP<825> Radiopharmaceutical—Preparation, Compounding, Dispensing, and Repackaging
  • Pharmacy Internship II: Institutional Care Settings
  • Third-Party Billing, Reimbursement, and Inventory Management
  • MTINY Prepare you to take the Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) Exam by PTCB

WHO WILL BENEFIT

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Those Considering Pharmacy School

If your goal is to become a Pharmacist, starting out as a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician is a great opportunity to explore the Pharmacy field. You'll get the chance to work alongside Registered Pharmacist and PharmDs’ (Doctor of Pharmacist) in a variety of healthcare settings, earning invaluable experience and skills along the way.

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Aspiring Medical Professionals

Working as a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician gives many of us our first taste of working in the medical field. You might gain inspiration to continue that career path and get a more in-depth understanding of the medical world. It's okay to share this desire with your interviewer. It shows your dedication to the field and a willingness to learn.

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Job Stability

Job outlook for Pharmacy Technicians

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, pharmacy technician jobs number around 422,000 in the United States and the agency expects around 4% growth over the next decade. That puts pharmacy technician jobs at about the national= average for job growth. There is no specific data available on job outlook for individual certification levels, but some employers might prefer a pharmacy technician with a higher certification level like Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT), as they often can bring more advanced skills and knowledge to the job

Salary for pharmacy technicians

The average national salary for a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician is about $45,247 per year. However, Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician with a higher education level or additional credentials may negotiate a higher salary. Some Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician positions may require more advanced knowledge or training, which can also affect their salary. For example, if a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician works in a home infusion environment, they might also act as a pharmacy technician. besides a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician.

A Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician working in a long-term care facility like a nursing home might also need first aid and CPR certification or other medical credentials to supplement their Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician, which could help increase their salary.

THE MTI ADVANTAGE

  • State-of-the-Art Cleanrooms- UPS 797 and UPS 800
  • Experience Faculty and Staff
  • 100% Medical and Healthcare Programs
  • State-of-the-Art Medical Equipment’s
  • All instructors are Practitioners in their field
  • Workshops to enter the Workforce
  • Guaranteed Internships/Externships (Hands-on Training)
  • Affiliated with top Hospitals and clinics, Pharmacy Stores
  • Career Development Skill
  • Job placement Assistant

Schedule of Sessions Options

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Morning Schedule

The day program is 29 weeks long. Students attend classes 12 hours a week attending classes Monday through Wednesday.

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Evening Schedule

The evening program is 29 weeks long. Students complete 12 hours a week attending classes Monday through Wednesday.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Weekend Schedule

The weekend program is 29 weeks long, where students complete 12 hours a week attending classes on Saturday and Sunday.

Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT)

Institutional Care Settings: Hospital

The CSPT internship provides hands-on experience in hospital or institutional care settings, focusing on aseptic techniques and sterile product preparation. Students apply classroom knowledge in a structured environment, gaining practical skills and insights into pharmacy technician roles. Preceptor and student evaluations are required.

Credentials and Certifications:

  • CPhT-Adv: Advanced Certified Pharmacy Technician
  • CPhT: Certified Pharmacy Technician
  • CSPT: Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician
  • Certificates:
    • Billing and Reimbursement
    • Controlled Substances Diversion Prevention
    • Hazardous Drug Management

Exam Preparation:

Training includes reviews for CSPT, CPhT, and CPhT-Adv certifications, alongside specialized certificate exams.

Frequently asked questions about Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician

What is the difference between a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician and a Pharmacist?

The difference between a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician and a Pharmacist lies in their education requirements, subsequent job responsibilities and levels of seniority. For example, Pharmacists typically earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree before passing a licensure exam and completing a residency period. In contrast, Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician /Pharmacy Technicians usually earn a Diploma from a pharmacy training program. Because of their differences in education, Pharmacists supervise and typically delegate tasks among Pharmacy Technicians and Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician

Further, Pharmacists have the qualifications to provide insightful advice to customers/patients regarding their current prescriptions, symptoms and additional medications or food items that they shouldn’t consume with their prescriptions.

What are the daily duties of a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician?

On a typical day, a s Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician starts by reviewing incoming order requests from Physicians in the Hospital/clinics. They also check the pharmacy’s voicemail to review missed messages from pharmaceutical companies, customers or Physicians. Throughout the day, Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician work with pharmacy personnel to retrieve the correct IV medication and dosage amount to prepare and compound prescription orders.

What qualities make a good Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician?

A good Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician has a personable nature that allows them to deliver excellent customer service to pharmacy customers. They make an effort to greet customers in a friendly manner and answer their questions, whether they need to refer to the Pharmacist or inquire with their Physician. Further, a good Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician enjoys working as part of a team and helps their coworkers by filling in when they’re sick or taking on additional responsibilities to maintain pharmacy operations.  

 
Who does a Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician report to?

A Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician typically reports directly to the Pharmacist or Head Pharmacist to complete tasks and receive directions. In larger pharmacies, Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician may report to a Pharmacy Technician Supervisor (lead Pharmacy Technician). Pharmacists who work within hospitals or healthcare facilities may report directly to the Facility Manager.