Non-Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician

GRX Holdings, LLC; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) with company match

Employee discount

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Job summary

GRX Holdings, LLC, with Medicap Pharmacy in Ames, Iowa, seeks a full-time Non-Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician to join a growing team. The role focuses on preparing non-sterile compounded medications and supporting prescription workflows in a collaborative setting.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, capable of working independently or with colleagues, and compliant with USP standards and Iowa Board requirements. Competitive benefits accompany a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Iowa Board of Pharmacy registration required.
• National pharmacy technician certification preferred but not required.
• Non-sterile compounding experience preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of pharmacy calculations and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare non-sterile compounded medications according to prescriptions and procedures.
• Assist with preparation of capsules, liquids, creams, ointments, and other dosage forms.
• Complete compounding documentation and support prescription processing.
• Follow quality assurance and pharmacist verification processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant compounding area.
• Support inventory management of medications, chemicals, and equipment.
• Properly use, clean, and maintain compounding equipment.
• Follow USP standards and state requirements and company policies.

Skills

Pharmacy technician registration

National certification

Non-sterile compounding

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Time management

Team player

Pharmacy calculations

Medical terminology

Job description

Non-Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician

GRX Holdings, LLC is a fast-growing, family-oriented group of independent pharmacies. Medicap Pharmacy, located at 3600 University Blvd. in Ames, Iowa, is seeking a full-time, highly motivated, efficient, and adaptable Non-Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician.

Our Ames location provides non-sterile compounding services for patients and prescribers while also supporting pharmacies throughout the OneroRx network. As part of GRX Holdings’ growing compounding program, our team helps expand access to customized medications across a national footprint.

We are looking for a candidate who enjoys working as part of a team, has strong attention to detail, and takes pride in providing accurate, high-quality, and timely patient care.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare non-sterile compounded medications according to prescriptions, established formulations, policies, and procedures
• Assist with the preparation of a variety of non-sterile dosage forms, including capsules, liquids, creams, ointments, and other customized preparations
• Accurately complete compounding documentation and utilize pharmacy systems to support prescription processing and workflow
• Follow established quality assurance procedures and pharmacist verification processes
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant compounding environment
• Assist with inventory management of medications, chemicals, supplies, and compounding materials
• Properly use, clean, and maintain compounding equipment
• Follow applicable USP standards, Iowa Board of Pharmacy requirements, accreditation standards, and company policies and procedures
• Work collaboratively with pharmacists, technicians, and other team members to support efficient pharmacy operations and excellent patient service
• Perform other pharmacy and compounding-related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

• Pharmacy technician registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy as required
• National pharmacy technician certification preferred, but not required
• Previous non-sterile compounding experience preferred, but not required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to learn and consistently follow established policies, procedures, and compounding standardsBasic knowledge of pharmacy calculations and medical terminology preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical requirements associated with pharmacy compounding

Highly competitive pay rate commensurate with experience. Benefits include PTO, 401(k) with company match, employee discount, and other available benefits. Full‑time positions are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits.