Pharmacy Technician - Sterile

Wedgewood Pharmacy; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 89,544,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Team culture

Impact on animals

Job summary

Wedgewood Pharmacy in Lexington, KY is seeking a Sterile Compounding Technician to produce high-quality sterile medications in a cleanroom environment. The role involves labeling, packaging, inventory monitoring, and ensuring timely delivery to pets and their vets.

Requirements include 1+ year non-sterile compounding experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and a KY-licensed Certified Pharmacy Technician or ability to obtain licensure upon hire.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of compounding experience in a non-sterile environment.
• Fast-paced environment and ability to follow specific instructions or procedures.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician license through KY State Board or able to obtain upon hire.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, or compounding preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Ability to follow formulas, procedures, and batch instructions.
• Comfortable working with chemicals used in compounding.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to stay focused in a production environment.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and work in a lab/production setting.

Responsibilities

• Carefully prepare sterile medications of the highest quality to meet the needs of individual patients.
• Compound sterile medications in a cleanroom/sterile environment. Medications including, but not limited to Injectables, sterile and infusion solutions and transdermal medications.
• Label prescriptions and prepackage bulk medications.
• Monitor inventory levels for re-order of depleting inventory or expiring chemicals, and receive additional inventory.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly cleaning using appropriate disinfectants and techniques.
• Perform environmental monitoring and validation testing according to policies and procedures.
• Utilize strong attention to detail, math skills, and extreme focus.
• Meet or exceed metrics for creating prescription.
• Help ensure pet owners and vets get their medicine in a timely fashion.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Follow procedures

Team-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Pharmacy Technician license (KY)

Job description

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, we are dedicated to improving the lives of animals through customized medication and compassionate care. Every role in our organization contributes to helping pets live healthier, happier lives. We are a team driven by purpose, quality, and a shared commitment to animal health.

Our Sterile Compounding Technician is responsible for producing the highest quality and maintaining consistency in final packaged preparations. The sterile compounding tech accomplishes these tasks through working with Wedgewood's management team and all other staff employees in fulfilling his/her responsibilities and duties.

The Basics

Location: Lexington, KY (Onsite)
Job Type: Full Time
Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm

Compensation: $25.00/hour
Benefits: Eligible

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Carefully prepare sterile medications of the highest quality to meet the needs of individual patients
• Compound sterile medications in a cleanroom/sterile environment. Medications including, but not limited to Injectables, sterile and infusion solutions and transdermal medications.
• Label prescriptions and prepackage bulk medications
• Monitor inventory levels for re-order of depleting inventory or expiring chemicals, and receive additional inventory
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly cleaning using appropriate disinfectants and techniques
• Perform environmental monitoring and validation testing according to policies and procedures
• Utilize strong attention to detail, math skills, and extreme focus
• Meet or exceed metrics for creating prescription
• Help ensure pet owners and vets get their medicine in a timely fashion

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years of compounding experience in a non-sterile environment.
• Worked in a fast-paced environment and followed specific instructions or procedures
• High School Diploma or GED
• Obtained a Certified Pharmacy Technician license through the KY State Board of Pharmacy or are able to do so upon hire
• Experience in manufacturing, production, or compounding preferred
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to follow formulas, procedures, and batch instructions
• Comfortable working with chemicals used in compounding
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to stay focused in a production environment
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and work in a lab/production setting

What You’ll Love About Wedgewood

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefit coverages
• Company Paid Life Insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution
• Paid time off that increases every year
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Strong internal promotion and career development programs
• A supportive, team-first culture where your work matters
• The opportunity to improve animal health every day

Why We Do What We Do

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, your work has purpose. Every prescription you help prepare, support, or deliver contributes to improving the health and well-being of animals. We are passionate about what we do and proud to build a workplace where people feel supported, included, and valued.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.