Compounding Coordinator Pharmacy Technician III

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,500 commitment bonus

Day shift

Weekdays

Holiday and weekend rotation

Job summary

Duke Health's Pharmacy Technician III role is an on-site position at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The technician coordinates staff across levels I-III, ensures safe medication use, and maintains compliance with state and federal rules while supporting clinical pharmacy services.

The role requires NC pharmacy registration and PTCB/ExCPT certification, with leadership responsibilities for daily operations and staff development within the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus accredited pharmacy technician-training program.
• Acceptance into pharmacy school is acceptable.
• One year of pharmacy or health care related experience is also acceptable.
• College coursework in business/management or position-specific advanced coursework is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels I & II technician duties under supervision.
• Provide leadership and supervision for technician group.
• Review and update policy and procedure documents.
• Ensure compliant and safe technician work practices per regulations.
• Screen, interview and recommend technician applicants.
• Develop training materials and assure training of all technicians.
• Manage technician scheduling and daily job functions.
• Complete time and attendance records for payroll.
• Oversee supply chain management and inventory control.

Skills

Customer service

Critical thinking

Communication

Organization

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy technician-training program

Acceptance into pharmacy school

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Compounding Coordinator Pharmacy Technician III

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 270963

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710

Date: Jul 23, 2026

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Health hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

$2,500 Commitment Bonus for Newly Hired Team Members

• Day shift
• Weekdays
• Holiday and weekend rotation

General Description of the Job Class

• This individual performs, under supervision, a variety of duties in accordance to department procedures, which may be related to the procurement, preparation, distribution and storage of drugs, as well as, provision of clinical pharmacy services according to the Pharmacy's role in ensuring safe medication use.
• Individuals eligible for pharmacy technician III are competent in all tasks associated with pharmacy technician level I and pharmacy technician level II. Pharmacy technician III staff must achieve and maintain certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.
• The pharmacy technician III coordinates technician staff and activities and/or is responsible for specific advanced duties (e.g., Automated Dispensing Cabinet, Sterile Preparation QA Specialist, Medication Inspection Specialist and Procurement Specialist).

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

• Perform all aspects of the job functions of the technicians coordinated by this position (i.e., Level I & Level II).
• Provide leadership and supervision for the technician group in the achievement of day-to-day tasks; assist with troubleshooting of problems.
• Review and update policy and procedure documents related to technician job functions.
• Assure consistent, compliant and safe technician work practices to established unit, department, state or federal rules and regulations; assure quality control in the provision of services.
• Screen, interview and recommend technician applicants for employment
• Provide input, assist with evaluation of technician performance based on developed standards and provide feedback accordingly.
• Develop training materials and assure appropriate training of all technicians
• Assist in staff development and skills maintenance activities.
• Participate in division goal planning or quality improvement activities and ensure adoption of resulting practice expectations by the technician group.
• Manage technician scheduling and assure that daily job functions are executed adequately.
• Complete time and attendance records for payroll per DUHS policies.
• Conduct and manage technician meetings to provide a forum for exchange of information and ideas.
• Oversees supply chain management, including adherence to inventory control procedures and maintenance of non-Duke vendor inventory (e.g., auxiliary labels, office supplies).
• Respond to internal and external customer service requests.
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein
• Specialist:
• Effectively follows policy and procedures with an in-depth understanding of the designated area
• Review and update policy and procedure documents related to technician job functions
• Assure consistent, compliant and safe technician work practices to established unit, department, state or federal rules and regulations; assure quality control in the provision of services.
• Manage designated responsibilities while being able to shift to help team members
• Monitors designated activity, proactively identifies and resolves potential problems, develops and implements solutions to identified problems
• Complete and accurate documentation supporting designated activities or procedures is maintained as needed
• Create reports for internal purposes to assist in the ongoing monitoring of designated area
• Serve as a primary training resource for developing competency in specialty areas
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited pharmacy technician-training program.

or

• Acceptance into pharmacy school.

or

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of pharmacy or health care related experience.
• College course work in business/management, position specific advanced coursework, and/or an equivalent combination is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two years of pharmacy technician experience is required.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:

• North Carolina Board of Pharmacy registration is required.
• Pharmacy Technician certification is required from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or The Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of drug names, medical terminology and pharmaceutical calculations.
• Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires critical thinking skills with ability to implement solutions.
• Excellent customer service skills including prioritizing the needs of patients and multidisciplinary team members while displaying empathy in all interactions to ensure complete satisfaction.
• Strong organizational skills including staying focused on assigned task and using time and resources effectively and efficiently to achieve job expectations.
• Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing, reaching, stretching, stooping, and sitting for prolonged times; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing functions of the job; ability to lift up to 20 lbs., while walking, stooping, bending and reaching.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas- an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas- an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

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