Specialty Pharmacy Technician – Sterile Compounding

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Specialty Pharmacy Technician I to join our pharmacy team in New Jersey. The role focuses on safe preparation of sterile medications, adhering to USP standards, and collaborating with pharmacists and nurses to ensure timely patient care.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of hospital experience, and certification/licensure as required. EPIC proficiency and strong attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year hospital or similar experience.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, USP standards, and compounding equipment.
• Proficiency with EPIC and related software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile medications following approved protocols and USP standards.
• Maintain aseptic technique throughout the compounding process.
• Document batch records and quality control activities accurately.
• Monitor and inventory sterile compounding drugs and supplies.
• Collaborate with pharmacists and nurses to ensure timely patient care.
• Ensure safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials per guidelines.
• Accurately load meds into automated dispensing cabinets with barcode scanning.
• Assist licensed pharmacists with compounding and labeling as required.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

USP standards

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Brand/generic medications knowledge

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

EPIC

Sterile compounding equipment

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Specialty Pharmacy Technician I to join our pharmacy team in New Jersey. The role focuses on safe preparation of sterile medications, adhering to USP standards, and collaborating with pharmacists and nurses to ensure timely patient care.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of hospital experience, and certification/licensure as required. EPIC proficiency and strong attention to detail are essential for success.