Precise Compounding Technician for Pharmacy Lab

Barrington James; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrington James is seeking a detail-oriented Compounding Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. This role ensures accurate preparation of non-sterile (and sterile where applicable) compounded medications under a licensed pharmacist, adhering to Virginia Board of Pharmacy rules and USP standards.

You will focus on precision, documentation, and patient safety. Responsibilities include measuring and preparing medications, maintaining logs, performing quality checks, and ensuring proper

Qualifications

• Active pharmacy technician registration or eligibility to obtain trainee registration
• National certification through PTCB (CPhT) or NHA (ExCPT) or active enrollment in a training program
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Accurately measure, mix, and prepare compounded medications (non-sterile and/or sterile) per formulation records and physician orders
• Follow SOPs and USP guidelines, and facility-specific compounding protocols
• Maintain compounding logs, batch records, and Master Formulation Records with accuracy
• Perform quality control checks on raw materials, in-process compounds, and finished preparations
• Label, package, and store compounded medications per state and federal requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized lab with routine equipment maintenance and cleaning logs
• Manage inventory of compounding chemicals, APIs, and supplies with proper storage/rotation
• Assist with receiving, verifying, and reconciling incoming pharmaceutical ingredients
• Communicate professionally with pharmacists, prescribers, and patients regarding orders
• Maintain confidentiality of patient health information per HIPAA
• Participate in finishing/final-check processes and batch reconciliation prior to dispensing
• Engage in ongoing training and competency assessments as required

Skills

Attention to detail

Math & measurement

Documentation habits

HIPAA compliance

Education

Pharmacy technician certification (PTCB/NHA) or in training program

Tools

Compounding software

Job description

Barrington James is seeking a detail-oriented Compounding Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. This role ensures accurate preparation of non-sterile (and sterile where applicable) compounded medications under a licensed pharmacist, adhering to Virginia Board of Pharmacy rules and USP standards.

You will focus on precision, documentation, and patient safety. Responsibilities include measuring and preparing medications, maintaining logs, performing quality checks, and ensuring proper