Per Diem Pharmacy Technician

Connecticut Children's Medical Center; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Children's is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Non-Sterile Compounding to assist Pharmacists in dispensing and distributing compounded medications. Under supervision, you will prepare non-sterile drug products, maintain records, and train in non-sterile compounding within six months.

Responsibilities include handling CSPs and non-sterile drugs, inventory management, and documentation in EPIC and other systems, while adhering to SOPs and USP guidelines to ensure patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CT Pharmacy Technician license required.
• PTCB certification preferred.
• Experience in non-sterile compounding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare non-sterile drug products under pharmacist supervision.
• Maintain accurate records in EPIC and other documentation systems.
• Assist with compounding and medication delivery processes.
• Restock medications and manage inventory.
• Follow SOPs and USP guidelines for compounding.

Skills

Non-sterile compounding knowledge

EPIC documentation

MS Word & Excel

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor in Healthcare

Tools

EPIC

DoseEdge

Omnicell

Job description

Job Description

The Pharmacy Technician Non-Sterile Compounding is responsible for assisting Pharmacists in the dispensing and distribution of compounded sterile preparations (CSPs) and non-sterile drug products.

Under the direct supervision of a registered Pharmacist and following established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and USP guidelines, prepares non-sterile drug products in order to ensure medications are ready and available for administration to the patient.

Maintains accurate records utilizing established policies and procedures. If not already experienced in this area, Pharmacy Technicians at this level are expected to train and be fully proficient in non-sterile compounding within six (6) months of start date in the job.

Responsibilities

• Non-Sterile Compounding: Under the direct supervision of a registered Pharmacist and following established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and USP guidelines, prepares non-sterile drug products.
• Prepares of all types of pharmaceuticals: hazardous and non-hazardous, controlled and non-controlled, with regards to non-sterile preparations only.
• Maintain accurate records of products prepared according to established documentation guidelines.
• Follows established procedures for appropriate and accurate documentation in electronic health record or similar.
• Maintain clean and safe environment for drug manipulation.
• Assists Pharmacist in filling patient specific medication orders and prescriptions by pulling items and ensuring medication is ready for delivery.
• Accurately document work performed throughout the compounding and/or medication delivery process in various electronic and automated systems including but not limited to: EPIC, DoseEdge, Omnicell.
• Distributes compounded sterile preparations (CSPs) and non-sterile drug products as specified by the Pharmacist to designated areas on the patient floors.
• Maintain and store inventory of pharmaceuticals and supplies within the pharmacy or other assigned areas under proper storage conditions and/or security.
• Receives and scans incoming medication orders from Wholesalers and Supply Chain. Appropriately and handles paperwork for each order.
• Restock medications and supplies.
• Rotate stock within storage areas to promote the use of first expiring medications to prevent drug shortages and mitigate potential for patient harm.
• Discard expired drugs in accordance with established department procedures.
• Accurately document pertinent information regarding medications throughout day-to-day operations including but not limited to physical count, expiration dating, and beyond use dating if applicable.
• Keep accurate inventory and communicate with Pharmacy purchasing team.
• Assist pharmacy manager(s) in organization of controlled substance records including assistance in investigations regarding controlled substances when required.
• Accurately handle and execute required documentation of controlled substances according to federal and state regulations, and Connecticut Children’s standard operating procedures.
• Maintains other pertinent operational records not listed as required by department / state / federal policies and/or guidelines.
• When working in the main pharmacy, assists customers by answering incoming calls and greeting customers at the Pharmacy window.
• Retrieves orders for pickup.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:

• High School Diploma, GED, or a higher level of education that would require the completion of high school.

Education and/or Experience Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare related field.
• Some experience as a Pharmacy Technician preferred but not required.

License and/or Certification Required:

• State of Connecticut Pharmacy Technician license.

License and/or Certification Preferred:

• PTCB

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of governing policies (USP <795>, <797>, and <800>) of non-sterile drug preparation.
• Solid understanding of technician responsibilities in electronic health record (EPIC).
• Demonstrate strong understanding of various electronic and automated systems to accurately document work performed throughout the compounding process and/or the medication delivery process.
• Demonstrated ability to use mathematical methods and functions required for pharmaceutical preparation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite specifically MS word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with patients and patient support members.
• Able to prioritize work and adapt to new workflows and processes.
• Able to work as part of a team.

Connecticut Children’s is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, national orientation, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.

Job Info

• Job Identification 5349
• Job Category Clinical Technical
• Posting Date 07/09/2026, 07:10 PM
• Job Shift Varies
• Locations 282 Washington Street, Hartford, CT, 06106, US (On-site)
• Scheduled Days and Hours Every other weekend (days, evenings) and holiday team