Non-Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Company Overview

Before we opened Strive Pharmacy we were unsatisfied with the current state of the pharmaceutical industry. Most of the current pharmaceuticals only offer a one size fits all approach and often come with unwanted and potentially dangerous side effects. We found that through compounding we can offer a much more personalized solution to medicine.

Through this we have been able to help patients get the results they are seeking for their personal needs. After years of working for corporate chains we took the risk and opened Strive Pharmacy. We are dedicated to providing a better experience for each customer and clinic that we work with. Come see the Strive difference.

Our Mission

We’re flipping the script with personal medicine. We strive to interrupt an industry that has been closed to personalized care, accessibility, and nuance for too long. We strive to shift a reactive view of self-care and ignite a proactive baseline-shifting approach to health for all. ‘The human element’ is our crux and catalyst, driving all that we do, whether we’re interacting with patients, providers, or practices. We’re here to partner with those ready for a change. More than a compounding pharmacy, we’re on a mission to positively disrupt healthcare as we know it. Strive is about more than medicine. Strive is about striving for the personal side of healthcare.

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Leesburg, VA

Position Overview: Ready to step into a pivotal role where your skills bring life-changing medications to individuals who depend on them? As a Non-Sterile Compounding Technician at Strive Pharmacy, you'll be at the core of preparing and compounding custom prescriptions, both hazardous and non-hazardous, upholding the highest standards of quality control and compliance.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Follow proprietary formulations to compound commercially unavailable prescriptions into the appropriate dosage form
• Mix custom medications, like liquids, creams, pills, and more, to help people in need
• Maintain, calibrate, and document scales, electronic meters, and related equipment to ensure accurate measurements
• Operate and maintain compounding equipment (e.g., ointment mills, capsule machines) following manufacturer and internal guidelines
• Routinely check for outdated or soon-to-expire chemicals
• Complete compounding continuous education responsibilities
• Understand and be familiar with cGMP guidance (21 CFR 211), 503A Guidance, USP 795 and USP 800 Guidelines, and other documents as assigned
• Work closely with the Pharmacist, Lab Manager, and Quality Assurance personnel to ensure high-quality compounded products
• Ensure quality control and hand off compounds to the pharmacist for final approval
• Oversee chemical inventory, ensuring proper rotation and disposal of expired or outdated substances
• Dispose of chemicals in the proper containers
• Perform continuous quality control on compounds
• Report any errors, deviations, or out-of-spec results
• Perform calculations for dilution, concentration, or formulation scaling
• Prepare samples for potency /analytical testing
• Participate in audits and inspections to meet industry standards
• Work with your team to tackle challenges and follow schedules
• Participate in skills training or continuing education
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized compounding lab in accordance with established procedures
• Assist in reviewing and implementing updates to compounding procedures, protocols, and SOPs
• Support the onboarding and training of new compounding staff or technicians if appropriate.

Required Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED
• A clean criminal record
• PTCB Certification
• Active Technician License (Technician Trainee License not accepted)
• Willingness to wear required protective gear
• Previous pharmacy experience.
• At least one year of non-sterile compounding experience.
• Knowledge of USP 795, USP 800 and cGMP FDA 503A Guidelines.
• Ability to work in both hazardous and non-hazardous labs.

Benefits/ Perks

Strive Pharmacy provides a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses various perks such as employer paid healthcare coverage available after 30 days of employment, the choice of an FSA/HSA, a voucher for new hire scrubs (if applicable), parental leave, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and the benefit of weekends and holidays off. FREE COMPOUNDED MEDS to employees and immediate family members.

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