James G Saucier

Prepares IV compounds for Hospital Inpatients using aseptic technique and USP 797 Guidelines in a laminar flow hood

Maintains a sterile environment within the compounding area by carrying out daily, weekly and monthly terminal cleanings

Maintains adequate stock of medications and IV supplies within the Ante-Room and IV Room Area

Prepares Chemotherapy Infusions as needed adhering to USP 800 Guidelines

Prepares STAT and scheduled IV Doses in a timely fashion, ensuring they are available for Nursing staff to administer on time

Delivers IV Medications and performs Pyxis Med Station refills as needed

Completes required Continuing Education Hours to maintain license and hospital compliance

Checks for and removes Medications in stock areas that are expired or approaching expiration

Promoted to Pharmacy Buyer and have been in current position for approximately one year. Duties include procuring medications, IV fluids, office supplies, etc. for Pharmacy department. Purchase medication from wholesaler, manufacturers or other distributing companies utilizing GPO and 340B pricing. Before promotion to Buyer was primarily IV Technician preparing and compounding IV medications ranging from Neonatal to Adult dosing. Highly competent in aseptic techniques pertaining to USP 797 guidelines.

Refilled Pyxis Med Stations throughout the hospital.  Prepared IV medications using aseptic technique.  Promoted to the Chemo Infusion Clinic to prepared and admix Chemotherapy IV Medications.

Prepared prescriptions and medication orders for surrounding facilities in south Louisiana, including IV medications. Filled Pyxis requisitions to be refilled by Pharmacist at surrounding locations. Neatly packed crates for daily delivery to facilities such as Rehab Hospitals, LTACS and Nursing Homes. Restocked pharmacy and maintained appropriate medications stock levels.