Pharmacy Surveyor- Advanced Compounding

Pharmacy Surveyor – Advanced Compounding

Location: Remote – We seek a pharmacist surveyor. Ideal candidate will possess a willingness to travel anywhere in the US.

Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) is currently seeking a Pharmacy Surveyor with non-sterile and sterile (Categories 1, 2, 3 and non-sterile to sterile) compounding expertise, to conduct advanced PCAB 503A accreditation surveys. This specialized position will assist with standards interpretation for customers and accreditation staff, and perform documentation review for our pharmacy services: sterile, non-sterile, non-sterile to sterile, and hazardous compounding; infusion services; specialty; mail-order; and non-resident pharmacy state inspections.  Proud to be Accreditation Nerds, Advanced Compounding Pharmacy Surveyors seek to deliver the best possible accreditation and inspection experiences to our pharmacy customers.

This valuable team member will also assist with the continuing development of the Pharmacy Program and represent ACHC at industry events and workshops as needed. The ideal candidate will quickly establish rapport and build positive working relationships with ACHC coworkers and customers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct new and renewal PCAB Pharmacy accreditation surveys that involve non-sterile to sterile compounding, in-state, and non-resident pharmacy licensure inspections.
• Provide standards interpretation and guidance for customers and accreditation staff as needed, for sterile, non-sterile, non-sterile to sterile compounding, and hazardous compounding
• Review survey documentation for accreditation and assist in follow-up of related materials with appropriate staff.
• Review Summaries of Findings, assist with Plans of Correction/Corrective Action Plans documentation, and make appropriate recommendations to staff.
• Attend trade shows and workshops to promote ACHC, including conducting presentations or contributing to thought leadership regarding standards and accreditation processes as directed.
• Train and precept new and existing ACHC pharmacy employees.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently licensed as a pharmacist with a minimum of 5 years of sterile compounding involving non-sterile to sterile, and robust non-sterile experience, including quality assurance/quality control planning, implementation, and oversight. Robust non-sterile experience is defined as the ability to make tablets, capsules, troches, ointments from powders, lollipops, lozenges, and suppositories.  In lieu of the 5 years of non-sterile to sterile and robust non-sterile compounding experience, the candidate must have a minimum of 2 years’ surveying experience or have conducted pharmacy inspections for 503A pharmacies performing non-sterile to sterile compounding and non-sterile compounding.
• Must have extensive experience with USP Standards, specifically <795>, <797>, and <800>.
• Experience working in an ACHC-accredited PCAB-pharmacy or other 503A compounding pharmacy is required. PCAB (Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board) is an accreditation offered by ACHC.
• Meet eligibility requirements to apply to become a sterile compounding pharmacy inspector for the state of Texas. Eligibility requirements include that applicants do not have financial interest and are not employed by any pharmacy that is engaged in the compounding of sterile pharmaceuticals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a proven track record of exceptional customer service.
• Surveyors should have the ability to travel frequently via car and plane (Up to 75% travel required).  Survey schedules may necessitate occasional travel on evenings and weekends.
• Experience of preparing for, or participating in, pharmacy accreditation surveys (preferred).
• Understanding of durable medical equipment, prosthetic devices, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS) codes in relation to Medicare Part B, and how to navigate accreditation based on the presence of DMEPOS products (preferred).
• Understanding of nursing and sub-contracted nursing agencies working in infusion pharmacy settings (preferred).

In order to be considered, please send your resume along with your desired compensation to  [email protected].

You will have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. Our visionary market sensibility is coupled with a workplace that has been recognized both nationally and locally as a Best Places to Work award recipient. ACHC provides a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package featuring 100% paid Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for individuals. Come join our dynamic and dedicated team of professionals who each play a vital role in providing our customers with the industry’s best possible service experience. 

Accreditation Commission for Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.