IV Pharmacy Technician – Sterile Compounding in LTC

Pharmerica; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition discounts

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Shift Differential

DailyPay

Pet Insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

PharMerica in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Full-Time Pharmacy IV Technician for a non-retail, closed-door setting serving long-term care and senior living clients.

The role involves maintaining a Class 100 sterile compounding room, preparing IV medications, and supporting QA, data entry, and inventory functions under the supervision of a Pharmacist and IV Supervisor. Friendly team, growth opportunities, and license fee coverage are highlighted in the benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmacy Technician license as required by state.
• 6 months–1 year of IV Pharmacy Technician experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to operate a computer; recognize and identify medications.
• Detail oriented; goal oriented, team player, and effective oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Clean, maintain, and monitor the Sterile Compounding Room in accordance with USP 797 and state regulatory standards.
• Prepare and fill prescriptions for long-term care residents and Alere high-risk pregnancy patients, following established policies and quality standards.
• Support quality assurance (QA) processes, ensuring compliance with all compounding and documentation requirements.
• Assist pharmacists with data entry, refill coordination, and communication with nursing homes and Alere clients.
• Stage, prepare, and fill medication orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain and clean infusion pumps and other sterile compounding equipment, ensuring proper calibration and safety.
• Replenish and maintain Emergency Drug Kits (EDK) for long-term care facilities.
• Perform shipping and tracking of Alere packages via third-party overnight logistics providers.
• Support inventory management, filing, answering phones, and stocking areas within the IV department.
• Collaborate with the Lead IV Technician and Pharmacy Supervisor to maintain a safe, compliant, and organized work environment.
• Promptly report any operational or compliance concerns related to USP 797 standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Pharmacist, IV Supervisor, or Director of Pharmacy.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician license (state)

Job description

PharMerica in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Full-Time Pharmacy IV Technician for a non-retail, closed-door setting serving long-term care and senior living clients.

The role involves maintaining a Class 100 sterile compounding room, preparing IV medications, and supporting QA, data entry, and inventory functions under the supervision of a Pharmacist and IV Supervisor. Friendly team, growth opportunities, and license fee coverage are highlighted in the benefits.