Non-sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Artisan Compounding Pharmacy; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Paid time off

Employee discount on products

Job summary

Artisan Compounding Pharmacy in Tustin, CA is hiring a part-time, on-site pharmacy technician. You will prepare non-sterile compounds, maintain logs, perform equipment checks, and process prescriptions using our PK software.

The role requires PTCB certification (CPhT), 3+ years of non-sterile compounding, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication with physicians and patients. Competitive hourly rate and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• PTCB certification (CPhT) and active license.
• Minimum 3+ years non-sterile compounding experience.
• Excellent communication with physicians and patients.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation habits.
• Experience with USP <795>/<800> training.
• Experience with pharmacy software (PK Software).
• Proven experience in pharmacy settings such as hospital, LTC, or community with compounding responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical calculations and drug regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare non-sterile compounds per master formulas.
• Maintain compounding logs, batch records, and beyond-use dating documentation.
• Perform equipment cleaning and calibration checks.
• Process prescriptions accurately in the pharmacy software system.
• Manage chemical and supply inventory; rotate stock.
• Assist patients and clinicians at the counter with professionalism.

Skills

PTCB certification (CPhT)

Pharmacy calculations

Professional communication

Attention to detail

Education

Certified Nonsterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Tools

PK Software

Job description

Part-Time | Tustin, CA (on-site) | $20-$25/hour DOE | Reports to: Pharmacist-in-Charge

Artisan Compounding Pharmacy is a new independent 503A non-sterile compounding pharmacy in Tustin, California, focused on women's health - hormone replacement therapy, sexual health, dermatology, hair restoration, low-dose naltrexone, pediatric, and veterinary compounding. We are a boutique practice built on personal care, beautiful craftsmanship, and close partnerships with local physicians.

What You'll Do

• Prepare non-sterile compounds (creams, capsules, troches, suppositories, suspensions) per master formulas under USP <795> and USP <800>
• Maintain compounding logs, batch records, and beyond-use dating documentation
• Perform equipment cleaning, calibration checks, and workspace maintenance
• Process and fill prescriptions accurately in the pharmacy software system
• Manage chemical and supply inventory; receive, log, and rotate stock
• Ability to perform pharmaceutical calculations accurately and efficiently under pressure

Retail + Front End

• Support supplement and OTC retail operations - receiving inventory, stocking shelves, managing reorders
• Assist patients at the counter with professionalism and warmth; help explain products and direct clinical questions to the pharmacist
• Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing retail floor consistent with the Artisan brand aesthetic
• Help set up and maintain product displays for supplement and wellness categories
• Maintain compliance records and assist with Board of Pharmacy documentation
• Support day-to-day administrative tasks assigned by the Pharmacist-in-Charge

In a small, founder-led pharmacy, responsibilities evolve. The duties above are representative, not exhaustive — additional duties may be assigned at any time, with or without notice, based on the needs of the pharmacy.

What You'll Need

Required

• PTCB certification (CPhT)
• 3+ years of non-sterile compounding experience
• Comfortable speaking with physicians, office managers, and patients — professional, warm, and well-presented
• Strong attention to detail and documentation habits
• USP <795>/<800> training certificates
• Experience with PK Software, or similar independent pharmacy software
• Proven experience in pharmacy settings such as hospital pharmacy, LTC (Long-Term Care), or community pharmacy with compounding responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical calculations, drug regulation, and medical terminology

Preferred

• Experience in HRT, women's health, dermatology, or functional medicine settings
• Excellent customer service skills with a focus on patient care and medication safety
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
• $20-$25 per hour, depending on experience and certifications
• Paid time off
• Employee discount on retail and compounded products
• Ground-floor role with a founding team — real growth path into lead technician

Artisan Compounding Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is at-will; this job description does not constitute an employment contract.

• Free parking

Experience:

• Compounding medications: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Nonsterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician (Required)