Compounding Pharmacy Technician

FountainRx Specialty Pharmacy; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

FountainRx Specialty Pharmacy seeks a qualified Compounding Pharmacy Technician to perform non-sterile compounding and related duties in a Tennessee-based lab. The role requires maintaining detailed records, working closely with a pharmacist to ensure accurate compounded preparations, and following USP guidelines for safety and quality.

Applicants should have Tennessee registration, be certified for compounding lab work, and ideally possess at least two years of experience.

Qualifications

• Tennessee-registered and Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred; certification eligible candidates may be considered once Tennessee-registered.
• Must be certified to work in the compounding lab.
• Minimum two years experience as a compounding technician is preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Tennessee Pharmacy Technician license.
• Computer skills include word processing, and efficient use of the internet and e-mail.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of non-sterile compounding per USP requirements and compounding of various dosage forms.
• Maintain detailed records of all compounding activities including batch records and logs.
• Coordinate workflow with team members and pharmacist to ensure timely compounded preparations.
• Maintain, calibrate and clean compounding area and equipment per USP guidelines and safety protocols.
• Manage inventory of compounding ingredients and supplies; label and store all ingredients and medications.
• Participate in training and QA activities; coordinate with other departments as directed.
• Work as a team with pharmacists, operations staff, and care teams.
• Other duties assigned by Compounding Lab Manager or designee.

Skills

Non-sterile compounding

Team communication

Computer skills

Education

Tennessee license

Tools

Compounding lab equipment

Job description

Responsibilities of the Compounding Pharmacy Technician include the following:

• Demonstrates a working knowledge regarding non-sterile compounding, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements including USP and . This may include, but is not limited to, the compounding of capsules, oral liquids, topical preparations, nasal preparations, suppositories, troches, tablet triturates, and lollipops.
• Maintain detailed records of all compounding activities including batch records and logs.
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate workflow, scheduling and resolve any issues. Work closely with the pharmacist to ensure accurate and timely compounded preparations.
• Demonstrate competency in the maintenance, calibration and cleaning of the compounding area and equipment as required by USP guidelines and operating procedures. Follow all safety protocols to prevent contamination and ensure a safe working environment.
• Manage inventory of compounding ingredients and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels. Properly label and store all ingredients and compounded medications.
• Participation in ongoing training and quality assurance activities as well as routine meetings, reporting, and coordination with other departments or personnel as directed by the Compounding Lab Manager or his designee and/or the partners or their designee.
• Team player. Positive coordination is expected with pharmacists and other pharmacy personnel, operations manager, patient care team, logistics, and sales and marketing (as applicable and under the leadership of the Compounding Lab Manager).
• Other projects, activities, or responsibilities assigned at the discretion of the Compounding Lab Manager, the partners or their designee.

Minimum Qualifications

• Tennessee-registered and Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred. Certification eligible candidates may be considered once Tennessee-registered. Must be certified to work in the compounding lab.
• Minimum two years experience as a compounding technician is preferred.
• Computer skills that include word processing, and efficient use of the internet and e-mail.
• Current, unrestricted Tennessee Pharmacy Technician license.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit, as well as talk and hear.
• Good hand-eye coordination and the ability to lift up to at least 30 pounds.