IV Technician

PharMerica; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Tuition discounts & reimbursement

401(k)

Company Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Employee wellness and discount programs

Job summary

PharMerica is seeking a full-time Pharmacy IV Technician in Horsham, PA. This position involves working in a closed-door pharmacy focused on long-term care and senior living clients. Duties include maintaining sterile compounding standards and preparing medication for residents. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, a Pharmacy Technician license, and IV pharmacy experience.

The role offers various benefits, including medical insurance and 401(k). Applicants should be detail-oriented and effective communicators.

Qualifications

• 6 months – 1 year of IV Pharmacy Technician experience.
• Ability to operate a computer; recognize and identify medications.

Responsibilities

• Clean, maintain, and monitor the Sterile Compounding Room in compliance with USP 797.
• Prepare and fill prescriptions for long-term care residents.
• Support quality assurance processes ensuring compliance with documentation.
• Assist pharmacists with data entry and refill coordination.
• Replenish Emergency Drug Kits for long-term care facilities.

Skills

Detail oriented

Knowledge of medical terminology

Effective oral communication

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician license as required by state

Job description

Overview

PharMerica is hiring a full‑time Pharmacy IV Technician in Horsham, PA. Join our closed‑door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non‑retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long‑term care and senior living clients. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high‑quality care, we want to hear from you.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm & Alternating Weekends (Saturday & Sunday)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Company Paid Time Off
• Shift Differential
• DailyPay
• Pet Insurance
• Employee wellness and discount programs
• Benefits may vary by employment status

Responsibilities

• Clean, maintain, and monitor the Sterile Compounding Room in accordance with USP 797 and state regulatory standards. Compound sterile preparations, including those from non‑sterile powders, within a Class 100 cleanroom environment.
• 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.

Qualifications

Required

• 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.

Desired

• Long Term Care pharmacy experience.