About the role

Sterile Compounding Assessor conducting inspections in pharmacy practice for Alberta College of Pharmacy. Ensuring compliance with legislation and promoting patient safety in sterile compounding practices.

Responsibilities

Conducting sterile compounding inspections of pharmacies.
Developing an effective sterile compounding assessment plan including efficient scheduling of assessments.
Collaborating with the Pharmacy Practice Consultant responsible for each respective pharmacy being assessed.
Performing sterile compounding assessments to ensure compliance with legislation and Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) standards.
Completing and providing sterile compounding assessment documentation after each assessment.
Providing an overall evaluation of compliance with practice and operations standards of the pharmacies’ sterile compounding practices.
Providing input into ACP’s assessment process.
Identifying and evaluating sources that may negatively affect patient safety.
Reporting relevant events to the Professional Practice Director.
Promoting a culture of patient safety and quality improvement.

Completion of a pharmacy technician diploma.
Eligible for licensure with the Alberta College of Pharmacy on the pharmacy technician register.
At least five years’ experience in sterile compounding pharmacy practice (hospital or community).
Experience working in a highly collaborative team setting.
Current sterile compounding practice or knowledge and competencies in sterile compounding maintained through relevant professional activities throughout the contract term.
Familiarity with current and emerging trends in sterile compounding and an understanding of Alberta’s pharmacy regulatory framework.
A valid Alberta driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
The following attributes will be considered assets:
• Experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in patient safety, quality assurance, root-cause analysis, training, and education.