Pharmacy Technician I

SOFIE; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SOFIE is hiring Pharmacy Technicians to join a hands-on radiopharmaceutical preparation role serving hospitals nationwide. You will work alongside Nuclear Pharmacists in a clean, controlled environment to prepare and distribute FDG and NaF, ensuring regulatory compliance and precise documentation.

You will gain experience in sterile compounding, quality control, and day-to-day pharmacy operations while contributing to patient care in a fast-paced, science-driven workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred in chemistry, engineering, or natural sciences.
• Pharmacy Technician Licensure or Certification as required by state law.
• Experience with sterile compounding and aseptic operations preferred.
• Efficient in MS Office Suite required.
• Ability to work various shifts and weekends.
• Ability to lift ~50 lbs and work in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Compound, dispense, and distribute FDG and NaF, including data entry for end‑of‑day reports and daily dose management reports.
• Ensure compliance with USP, proposed regulations, or state requirements; maintain license in good standing.
• Complete cGMP documents within SOFIE’s Quality Management System.
• Maintain aseptic operations per SOPs and FDA regulations.
• Perform radiation safety duties per the Corporate Radiation Compliance Program and site licensing requirements.
• Provide quality customer service to physicians, healthcare workers, customers, etc.
• Take orders from customers as applicable by state regulations; follow‑ups on inquiries.
• Perform inventory management and reporting; manage production/QC/cleaning supply levels.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Professional communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in chemistry, engineering, or natural sciences preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

Start your pharmacy career in a unique, hands‑on role that goes beyond the typical pharmacy setting. At SOFIE, we specialize in preparing radiopharmaceuticals — life‑saving imaging drugs used in hospitals and clinics across the country.

As a Pharmacy Technician, you’ll work side‑by‑side with licensed Nuclear Pharmacists in a clean, highly controlled environment to help prepare and distribute these important medications. You’ll gain valuable experience in sterile compounding, quality control, and pharmacy operations — all while making a real difference in patient care.

If you’re detail‑oriented, safety‑conscious, and ready to grow in a fast‑paced, science‑driven workplace, we want to hear from you.

Compensation: $26-28/hr

Overview

The Pharmacy Technician will perform laboratory and pharmacy related duties under the direct supervision of an authorized Nuclear Pharmacist. This job involves working in a clean room as well as occupational exposure to radiation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform the duties associated with compounding, dispensing, and distribution of FDG and NaF, including data entry with Pinestar for end‑of‑day reports and daily dose management reports.
• Ensure compliance with USP , , proposed regulations, or other state pharmacy requirements as applicable, at the site level; maintain personal license in good standing through applicable state laws.
• Complete cGMP documents as required within SOFIE’s Quality Management System.
• Ensure aseptic operations follow internal procedures (gowning, cleaning/sanitation, sterility, environmental monitoring, etc.), customer requirements, and FDA regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Perform radiation safety duties according to SOFIE’s Corporate Radiation Compliance Program and site licensing requirements.
• Provide quality customer service associated with radiopharmaceuticals to physicians, healthcare workers, customers, etc.
• Take orders from customers as applicable by state regulations.
• Follow‑up with customer inquiries.
• Document pharmacy/customer complaints and immediately notify pharmacist.
• Perform inventory management.
• Maintain production/QC/cleaning supply levels as appropriate.
• Perform inventory reporting.
• Perform material acceptance according to SOPs.
• Clean classified and non‑classified areas according to SOPs.
• Perform environmental monitoring of classified areas according to SOPs.
• Complete cGMP documents as required and assist site and corporate Quality Assurance as required.
• Attend internal meetings as required.
• Other assigned duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associates degree in chemistry, engineering, or natural sciences preferred. (As applicable to state laws).
• Pharmacy Technician Licensure or Certification as required by state law.
• Experience with sterile compounding and aseptic operations preferred.
• Efficient in the use of MS Office Suite required.
• Ability to work various shifts and weekends required.
• Ability to be detail-oriented, accountable, patient, organized, and work in a team environment required.
• Ability to communicate professionally with colleagues and customers, have excellent attention to detail, and be dependable and responsible in a fast‑paced, highly technical environment required.
• Ability to lift ~50 lbs. required.
• Up to 5% travel required.