Pharmacy Technician - Non-Sterile Compounding

Akina Pharmacy • Sterling, VA

1d • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician - Non-Sterile Compounding is a critical team member at Akina Pharmacy, responsible for preparing custom medications that enrich the lives of the people in our care. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and adherence to rigorous quality and safety standards. The technician compounds both batched and non-batched non-sterile medications, ensuring accuracy in measuring, mixing, and preparing formulations according to master records. In addition to compounding, the technician plays an essential role in maintaining laboratory equipment, managing inventory, and implementing stringent quality control procedures to guarantee the safety and efficacy of compounded products. Success in this role is driven by a commitment to Akina Pharmacy’s core values of Excellence Always, Go-Getter’s Unite, Compassion For All, and Called To Serve. If you value clear processes, have a passion for delivering high-quality work, and enjoy contributing to a collaborative and fast-paced environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in patient care.

Requirements

• Must be registered with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician or Technician Trainee.
• Proficiency in weighing, measuring, and mixing pharmaceutical ingredients with precision and consistency.
• Demonstrated ability to clean, sanitize, and maintain lab equipment and compounding areas in compliance with USP <795>, USP <800>, and company SOPs.
• Familiarity with calibration and maintenance of compounding equipment to ensure accuracy and functionality.
• Proven experience managing lab supply inventory, including restocking, removing expired materials, and maintaining proper storage conditions.
• Ability to submit accurate requisitions for supplies and equipment to support uninterrupted compounding operations.
• Commitment to ensuring all compounded medications meet rigorous quality standards, including checks for clarity, consistency, and accurate packaging.
• Strong attention to detail in documenting all compounding activities, calculations, quality checks, and related tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with pharmacists, team members, and other departments.
• Ability to provide and receive feedback constructively to improve processes and outcomes.
• Proficiency in using pharmacy management systems and compounding software to streamline workflow and ensure compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Active pharmacy technician certification (CPhT) is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in non-sterile compounding (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh, measure, and mix ingredients to compound medications, using appropriate PPE for hazardous and non-hazardous compounding, according to master formulation records, USP <795>, USP <800>, and company SOPs to ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Execute the daily production schedule to ensure quality and on-time delivery of compounded medications.
• Maintain laboratory conditions through rigorous cleaning and sanitization to support USP <795> and USP <800> compliance.
• Operate and maintain compounding equipment, including calibrations, per SOPs.
• Maintain lab supply inventory and submit warehouse requisitions for lab supplies.
• Remove out-of-date materials, restock lab and adjacent areas with PPE, supplies, devices, and any additional equipment needed to perform required tasks.
• Conduct in-process quality checks, including verifying clarity, consistency, and proper packaging during and after preparation.
• Document all processes and activities, including outcomes, per USP, FDA, and Good Documentation Practices.
• Maintain required training and competencies in the electronic quality management system.
• Participate in LEAN initiatives (Root Cause Analysis, Operational Walkthroughs, Internal Audits) to improve operational efficiency and product quality.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options with employer premium contributions up to 85%
• Dental and vision coverage
• Accident and hospital indemnity
• Company paid long term and short-term disability options, available after 30 days of employment
• Generous paid time off
• Six scheduled paid holidays
• 401K plan, featuring a Safe Harbor match up to 4%
• Rewards and recognition program
• Employees are eligible to receive prescribed compounded medications at no cost, after 30 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed