Compounding Pharmacy Technician - Animal Health

Wedgewood Pharmacy; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wedgewood Pharmacy in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Medication Mixing Technician to support pharmacists in preparing prescriptions, maintaining stock, and ensuring accuracy in a fast-paced production setting.

You will handle inventory, data entry, and adherence to formulas under supervision, with a schedule Monday–Friday, 8:15 am–5:15 pm, full-time and temp-to-hire, offering competitive pay and benefits. This role emphasizes precision, teamwork, and patient care in animal health.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience in manufacturing, production, or compounding preferred
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to follow formulas, procedures, and batch instructions
• Comfortable working with chemicals used in compounding
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to stay focused in a production environment
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and work in a lab/production setting

Responsibilities

• Prepares prescriptions for dispensing by the pharmacist and fills stock replacements.
• Makes requisitions for drugs and supplies with professional guidance from the pharmacist.
• Orders, receives, and maintains inventory of drugs and chemicals, and ensures their security.
• Helps maintain an orderly, clean environment including cleanliness of pharmacy stock and supplies.
• Enters data into the computer system, recording prescriptions, purchase orders, stock orders, requisitions, and disbursements.
• Under direction of pharmacist, removes unneeded or outdated drugs from stock and prepares for return or disposal.
• Performs general clerical duties for the department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow formulas and batch instructions

Team player

Problem solving

Production/ manufacturing experience

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Bakersfield, CA

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, we are dedicated to improving the lives of animals through customized medication and compassionate care. Every role in our organization contributes to helping pets live healthier, happier lives. We are a team driven by purpose, quality, and a shared commitment to animal health.

We are seeking a Medication Mixing Technician to join our team. In this role, you will help support our mission by ensuring high-quality execution of daily responsibilities, maintaining accuracy, and contributing to a collaborative environment focused on patient care and continuous improvement.

The Basics

Location: Bakersfield, CA (Onsite)
Job Type: Full Time, Temporary to Hire (Temp-to-Hire)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:15 am - 5:15 pm
Compensation: $23.00/hour

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Prepares prescriptions for dispensing by the pharmacist and fills stock replacements.
• Makes requisitions for drugs and supplies with professional guidance from the pharmacist.
• Orders, receives, and maintains inventory of drugs and chemicals, and ensures their security.
• Helps maintain an orderly, clean environment including cleanliness of pharmacy stock and supplies.
• Enters data into the computer system, recording prescriptions, purchase orders, stock orders, requisitions, and disbursements.
• Under direction of pharmacist, removes unneeded or outdated drugs from stock and prepares for return or disposal.
• Performs general clerical duties for the department.

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in manufacturing, production, or compounding preferred
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to follow formulas, procedures, and batch instructions
• Comfortable working with chemicals used in compounding
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to stay focused in a production environment
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and work in a lab/production setting

What You’ll Love About Wedgewood

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefit coverages
• Company Paid Life Insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution
• Paid time off that increases every year
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Strong internal promotion and career development programs
• A supportive, team-first culture where your work matters
• The opportunity to improve animal health every day

Why We Do What We Do

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, your work has purpose. Every prescription you help prepare, support, or deliver contributes to improving the health and well-being of animals. We are passionate about what we do and proud to build a workplace where people feel supported, included, and valued.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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As set forth in Wedgewood Pharmacy’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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