Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Medix; Glendale (AZ); In loco; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Medix Staffing Solutions, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Compounding Pharmacy Technician to join a Phoenix-based pharmacy team.

You will prepare high-quality compounded medications under the Pharmacist in Charge, with emphasis on sterile and non-sterile compounding and strict adherence to quality and safety protocols. The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma, current national certification, and at least one year of experience, with strong pharmacy terminology and calculations.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current national pharmacy technician certification.
• At least one year of pharmacy technician experience.
• Understanding of medical terminology and pharmacy calculations.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and routine compounding assignments.

Mansioni

• Follow proprietary formulations to compound prescriptions into dosage forms.
• Compound sterile injectables, ophthalmic preparations, oral liquids, topical agents, and tablets.
• Participate in routine audits, inspections, and quality assurance activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized compounding laboratory.
• Perform maintenance and calibration of scales and equipment with proper documentation.
• Monitor expiration dates and manage chemicals and ingredients.
• Complete required continuing education related to compounding.
• Follow safety procedures for handling hazardous substances.
• Maintain familiarity with regulatory standards (cGMP, USP, FDA guidelines).
• Collaborate with Pharmacist in Charge and QA personnel to ensure quality and accuracy.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Organization

Medical terminology

Pharmacy calculations

Follow SOPs

Basic math

Pharmacy technician experience

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

National pharmacy technician certification

Strumenti

Compounding equipment

Pharmacy software systems

Automated compounders

Inventory management systems

Regulatory knowledge (USP, 503B, CGMP)

Descrizione del lavoro

Salary: USD20 - USD20 per hour

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Compounding Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team in Phoenix, AZ. The ideal candidate will have pharmacy technician experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to quality, accuracy, and patient safety.

In this role, you will work closely with the Pharmacist in Charge, facility pharmacists, and Quality Assurance personnel to prepare high-quality compounded medications in a controlled laboratory environment. Experience in sterile and non-sterile compounding is preferred.

Location: Phoenix, AZ 85023
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Choice of 4x10-hour or 5x8-hour shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Follow proprietary formulations to compound commercially unavailable prescriptions into the appropriate dosage forms.
• Compound sterile injectables, ophthalmic preparations, oral liquids, topical agents, and tablets.
• Participate in routine audits, inspections, and quality assurance activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized compounding laboratory in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform maintenance and calibration of scales, electronic meters, and other equipment, ensuring proper documentation.
• Monitor chemicals and ingredients for expiration dates and upcoming expiration.
• Complete required continuing education related to compounding.
• Follow all safety procedures and training requirements for handling hazardous substances.
• Maintain familiarity with applicable regulatory standards, including cGMP (21 CFR 211), 503B guidance, USP 797, USP 795, and USP 800.
• Work closely with the Pharmacist in Charge to ensure the quality and accuracy of compounded products.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate low-stock items to supervisors.
• Properly dispose of chemicals and pharmaceutical materials in designated containers.
• Maintain accurate documentation of quality procedures in appropriate logs.
• Perform ongoing quality assurance checks on compounded preparations.
• Prepare samples for testing.
• Initiate investigations for deviations from standard operating procedures or product specifications.
• Collaborate with facility pharmacists and internal Quality Assurance personnel.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current national pharmacy technician certification.
• At least one year of pharmacy technician experience in any pharmacy setting.
• Understanding of medical terminology and pharmacy calculations.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and routine compounding assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of pharmacy compounding experience preferred.
• Familiarity with veterinary medications, dosages, and compounding requirements is a plus.
• Proficiency with compounding equipment and pharmacy software systems.
• Experience with automated compounders and inventory management systems preferred.
• Knowledge of USP 795, USP 797, USP 800, and FDA 503B guidelines.
• Understanding of basic principles, regulations, policies, and procedures related to pharmaceutical compounding and cGMP requirements.

Schedule & Shift Options

We offer flexible scheduling with a choice of:

• 5x8-hour shifts: Five days per week.

Operating Hours: Monday–Friday, between 6:00 AM and 5:30 PM.

Once a shift is selected, it will generally remain consistent unless a schedule change is needed.