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Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Mendota Heights, MN 6 Months
Contract $17.99/hour - $22.99/hour






Accepted: .doc, .docx, .pdf, - max 20MB
Posted: Aug 19, 2026
Ref: SMMISC19

Position Overview



Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
Assists pharmacists with measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients to compound products and maintain the sterility and integrity of the final product.
Follows a comprehensive labeling approach when working with compounded medications, creams, ointments, and capsules.
Documents and accurately records steps taken, measurements, calculations, and any deviations or incidents that occurred during the compounding process.
Communicates with technicians on appropriate cleaning protocols to assist in routine equipment maintenance for a safe and hygienic compounding environment.
Compiles documentation for compounding activities to delineate ingredients used, procedures followed, and batch records.
Operates within a pharmaceutical team that utilizes compounding equipment and technology to measure and prepare scales, mixers, ointment mills, and homogenizers.
Observes the final compounded product, checking appearance and consistency to ensure that there are not any signs of contamination or abnormalities.
Attends seminars, workshops, and training programs to develop professional, pharmaceutical knowledge and stay informed on compounding techniques and technology advancements in the field.
Organizes the waste management system for the compounding area to differentiate hazardous waste, non-hazardous waste, and recyclables.

Prior Relevant Work Experience
0-1 year

Essential Qualifications
Working knowledge of problem solving and decision making skills
Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) preferred.

Duties
At least 1 year experience as a pharmacy technician coordinating activities in an administrative support function.
National pharmacy technician certification. Eligible for state registration, certification or licensure per state regulations.
Advanced computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet utilization.
Excellent customer service skills (written and verbal) a must.
Sterile Compounding experience

Experience
Minimum (1) year experience required in a customer service position with high volume call center experience; preferably in healthcare, social services, or a similar service position.

Education
Verifiable High School diploma or GED is required.
Active pharmacy technician license (unrestricted) in the state of Minnesota


Notes:
M-F 8am-5pm
Onsite as needed
safety sensitive


VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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Health Insurance

VIVA provides employees access to a comprehensive group health insurance plan (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Term Life, and Accidental Death) through our flexible PPO plan-allowing you the freedom to choose healthcare providers.

401(k) Retirement Planning

Plan securely for your future with automatic payroll deductions into a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement plan, including employer-matching contributions for eligible employees.

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Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician


Reference Number: SMMISC19
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