503A Compounding Pharmacy Technician

The 503A Compounding Pharmacy Technician plays a vital role in FarmaKeio’s industry-leading custom compounding pharmacy operations. Reporting to the Pharmacist in Charge and Pharmacist on Duty, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for processing compounding paperwork, accurately compounding medications, and maintaining compliance with federal and state pharmacy laws.

This position also includes maintaining the pharmacy work area and equipment, supporting patient care through effective communication and documentation, and assisting with shipping and inventory tasks to ensure timely and accurate product delivery. By upholding FarmaKeio’s Core Values and Operational Guidelines, the Compounding Pharmacy Technician contributes to delivering high-quality, personalized pharmaceutical solutions to practitioners and their patients.

$19 - $23 hourly

Pharmacy Operations

• Comply with all applicable federal and state pharmacy laws and regulations, ensuring all tasks are performed under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Input and verify patient and prescription information accurately, adhering to state pharmacy laws and company SOPs.
• Assist pharmacists in contacting patients regarding medical information, prescriptions, and refill needs.
• Interact politely and effectively with patients, practitioners, and other stakeholders to maintain strong professional relationships.

Compounding and Preparation

• Prepare and compound medications accurately and efficiently, following established protocols and safety guidelines.
• Maintain and clean compounding equipment and the pharmacy environment to meet regulatory standards.
• Create and print master formulation records, compounding records, and labels under pharmacist supervision.
• Check the records or compounded products prepared by others to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Shipping and Receiving Operations

• Package and prepare completed products for dispensing or shipment, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Receive and document incoming drug and supply shipments, ensuring proper storage and inventory control.
• Assist in the management of shipping inventory to maintain adequate stock levels and prevent discrepancies.

Documentation and Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate records of compounding activities, inventory transactions, and shipping documents in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all documentation is reviewed and approved by a licensed pharmacist as required by state pharmacy laws.
• Assist with updates, edits, reviews, and additions to procedural documentation to maintain relevance and accuracy.

Inventory Management

• Assist in managing pharmacy inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels and accurate records.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and assist in resolving discrepancies.
• Receive and reduce to writing refill requests as appropriate.

• Must meet all legal and regulatory requirements for handling controlled substances, including passing a background check and drug screening in accordance with applicable laws and pharmacy regulations.
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills to ensure accurate documentation, inventory management, and timely shipment of compounded medications.
• Exceptional multitasking abilities with strong time management and problem-solving skills to address potential roadblocks and ensure smooth operations.
• Excellent customer service orientation, with the ability to think creatively and maintain high service standards while supporting fiscal responsibility.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within the Shipping and Receiving Department, ensuring seamless operations in a pharmacy setting.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with pharmacists, cross-functional teams, and external vendors.
• Skilled in maintaining accurate and precise shipping, receiving, and inventory records to uphold compliance with pharmacy regulations and internal protocols.
• Proficient in using shipping, inventory, and pharmacy-related software systems to streamline workflows and ensure accuracy.
• Demonstrates a team-oriented attitude, working well with peers, supervisors, and subordinates to contribute to a positive and collaborative company culture.
• Commitment to staying informed about advancements in shipping technologies and best practices to enhance efficiency and service quality.
• Familiarity with maintaining a clean and organized workspace in compliance with pharmacy safety and cleanliness standards.

Our Vision: Establish FarmaKeio as the premier industry leader and innovator for compounding pharmacies by providing superior service, and patient-centered evidence-based care uncommon in the everyday pharmacy experience.

Our Mission: To create lifelong clients. Our vision and mission are implemented through staff that identify with and support us in this effort. The successful candidate can project a caring attitude in all communication – phone, email, in person – and is able to function in a multi-tasking environment that encourages creativity and independence. Our company is growing and has opportunities for advancement, and we encourage a long-term relationship with our employees. We are not a traditional company in that we function from a place of servant leadership, both personally and professionally. Our relationship with one another and with every client defines what we do.