What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compounding Pharmacy Technician position at wedgewoodpharmacy?
At Wedgewood Pharmacy, we are dedicated to improving the lives of animals through customized medication and compassionate care. Every role in our organization contributes to helping pets live healthier, happier lives. We are a team driven by purpose, quality, and a shared commitment to animal health.
In this role, you will help support our mission by ensuring high-quality execution of daily responsibilities, maintaining accuracy, and contributing to a collaborative environment focused on animal care and continuous improvement.
The Basics
Location: Lexington, KY (Onsite)
Job Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Compensation: 19.50 per hour
Benefits: Eligible
How You’ll Make an Impact
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- Carefully prepare medications of the highest quality to meet the needs of individual patients
- Compound non-sterile medications including, but not limited to capsules, oral liquids, topical medications, nasal preparations, tablets, or treats
- Label prescriptions and prepackage bulk medications
- Monitor inventory levels for re-order of depleting inventory or expiring chemicals, and receive additional inventory
- Perform daily, weekly and monthly cleaning using appropriate disinfectants and techniques
- Perform environmental monitoring and validation testing according to policies and procedures
- Utilize strong attention to detail, math skills, and extreme focus
- Meet or exceed metrics for creating prescriptions
- Help ensure pet owners and vets get their medicine in a timely fashion
What We’re Looking For
- High School Diploma or GED
- Willing to obtain Kentucky Pharmacy Technician License (we will train you)
- Experience in manufacturing, production, or compounding preferred
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards
- Ability to follow formulas, procedures, and batch instructions
- Comfortable working with chemicals used in compounding
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to stay focused in a production environment
- Positive, team-oriented attitude
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand and work in a lab/production setting
What You’ll Love About Wedgewood
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefit coverages
• Company Paid Life Insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution
• Paid time off that increases every year
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Strong internal promotion and career development programs
• A supportive, team-first culture where your work matters
• The opportunity to improve animal health every day
Why We Do What We Do
At Wedgewood Pharmacy, your work has purpose. Every prescription you help prepare, support, or deliver contributes to improving the health and well-being of animals. We are passionate about what we do and proud to build a workplace where people feel supported, included, and valued.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.