Lab Technician – Pharmacy

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Lab Technician supports the preparation and packaging of compounded medications in accordance with USP <795>, <797>, and <800> guidelines. This role includes measuring ingredients, performing cleanroom procedures, maintaining records, and ensuring all lab work complies with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing sterile and non-sterile compounded medications under pharmacist supervision
• Measure, weigh, and mix ingredients following approved formulas and procedures
• Operate in compliance with USP standards, aseptic technique, and gowning requirements
• Maintain cleanroom and compounding areas in a sterile and orderly manner
• Perform environmental monitoring and cleaning tasks
• Label, package, and document compounded preparations accurately
• Maintain logs for lot numbers, batch records, and ingredient tracking
• Report any deviations, contamination risks, or inventory discrepancies to supervising staff

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in Pharmacy Technology, Lab Sciences, or a related field
• Valid California Pharmacy Technician License (required)
• 1–3 years of experience in a compounding pharmacy, lab, or cleanroom setting
• Familiarity with USP <795>/<797>/<800> practices and aseptic handling
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity for handling small components
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain thorough documentation

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in sterile compounding or 503A/503B facilities
• Knowledge of lab equipment such as balances, mixers, or laminar flow hoods
• Certification in sterile compounding (e.g., PTCB's CSPT or media fill validation)
• Proficiency in pharmacy compounding software or batch tracking systems

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing education and certification support
• Opportunities for advancement into QA/QC or compounding lead roles