Compounding Pharmacy Technician

EPICUR • Mount Laurel Township, NJ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Compounding Pharmacy Technician works collaboratively with other technicians to prepare compounded medications under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role focuses on meeting individual and team productivity goals while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Technicians use a computerized compounding system to weigh and document formula ingredients, combine chemicals into the dosage form specified by a prescription, and properly operate and calibrate laboratory equipment. The position requires following safety and USP guidelines and maintaining documentation for equipment such as scales and electronic meters. This is a full-time position in a controlled laboratory environment; work schedules may vary. No travel is expected.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Obtain the in-house Technician Certification upon hire or within 90 days.
• Obtain a New Jersey Pharmacy Technician License upon hire or within 90 days.
• Be capable of wearing required protective gear, including a gown, hair bonnet, mask, gloves, and goggles.
• Follow gowning and garbing procedures, including not wearing makeup, not having a beard, and removing jewelry before sterile compounding.
• Possess strong verbal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Possess problem-solving skills.
• Recognize priorities, take action, and make productive use of time.
• Exhibit punctuality and low absenteeism.
• Be able to sit and/or stand for 8–10 hours or more per day as needed.
• Be able to lift up to 25 pounds on occasion.
• Demonstrate technical capacity, organizational skills, decision making, initiative, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Compounding, tableting, or cGMP experience.

Responsibilities

• Use the computerized compounding system to weigh and record chemicals in formulas and combine them into the dosage form requested by the prescription, under a licensed pharmacist's supervision.
• Properly use all laboratory equipment needed to prepare compounds.
• Calibrate scales, electronic meters, and other equipment and ensure proper documentation.
• Follow safety and USP guidelines for preparing compounded medications.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Bonus program
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and personal time
• Excellent working environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED