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Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Nashville, TN · On-site

$18.75 - $23.25/hr

About the Compounding Pharmacy Technician Position Upperline Health's Ascend Pharmacy is looking for a full-time Compounding Pharmacy Technician to work in our non-sterile compounding lab. As part of ...

Billing Associate

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

Compounding Lab Technician / Billing Associate AllerVie Health | Remote (supporting Pikesville, MD lab) | Full-Time AllerVie Health is seeking a Compounding Lab Technician / Billing Associate to ...

Compounding Lab Technician / Billing Associate AllerVie Health | Pikesville, MD | Full-Time AllerVie Health is seeking a Compounding Lab Technician / Billing Associate to support our allergen mixing ...

Billing Associate

Pikesville, MD · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Compounding Lab Technician / Billing Associate AllerVie Health | Pikesville, MD | Full-Time AllerVie Health is seeking a Compounding Lab Technician / Billing Associate to support our allergen mixing ...

Lab Pharmacist

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$56.25 - $67.50/hr

... is seeking a Lab Pharmacist to join our compounding lab in Arizona working at our brand-new ... Focus on clinical pharmacy practice, compounding, and quality assurance-no retail sales, no ...

Compounding Pharmacist (Days)

New Albany, OH · On-site

$56 - $67.25/hr

Develop and evaluate standard operating procedures for the compounding lab and formulations You Have * 2+ years of pharmacist experience, at least 1+ in a compounding pharmacy or relevant compounding ...

Fragrance Lab Technician

Towaco, NJ

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

Fragrance Lab Technician The Fragrance Lab Technician works across both the applications lab and ... This role combines hands-on laboratory analysis with small-scale compounding, supporting fragrance ...

Fragrance Lab Technician

Towaco, NJ

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

Fragrance Lab Technician The Fragrance Lab Technician works across both the applications lab and ... This role combines hands-on laboratory analysis with small-scale compounding, supporting fragrance ...

Compounding Location: Centennial, CO 80112 Compensation: $2528 DOE - Plus Bonuses Kickstart Your ... Previous lab or pharmacy experience is a plus, but not required! * Must have an active Colorado ...

Pharmacy Technician

Bee Cave, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

All Pharmacy Technicians are cross-trained in both Data Entry and our Compounding Lab to ensure a well-rounded understanding of pharmacy operations and to support team collaboration. Pharmacy ...

Fragrance Lab Technician

Towaco, NJ

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

Fragrance Lab Technician The Fragrance Lab Technician works across both the applications lab and ... This role combines hands-on laboratory analysis with small-scale compounding, supporting fragrance ...

Fragrance Lab Technician

Towaco, NJ

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

Fragrance Lab Technician The Fragrance Lab Technician works across both the applications lab and ... This role combines hands-on laboratory analysis with small-scale compounding, supporting fragrance ...

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How much do compounding lab jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for compounding lab in the United States is $20.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Compounding Lab, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Compounding Lab, you need knowledge of pharmaceutical formulations, attention to detail, and a background in pharmacy or a related science, often supported by relevant certifications or licensure. Familiarity with compounding equipment, safety protocols, and pharmacy management systems like USP <795>, <797>, and <800> are typically required. Precision, strong organizational skills, and effective communication set standout professionals apart in this environment. These skills are crucial to ensure the safe, accurate preparation of customized medications and adherence to regulatory standards.

What are some typical challenges faced in a Compounding Lab role, and how can they be managed?

One of the main challenges in a Compounding Lab role is maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards while working with a variety of chemicals and formulations. Managing cross-contamination, ensuring accurate measurements, and keeping detailed documentation are essential to prevent errors. Collaborating effectively with pharmacists, technicians, and quality control teams is also crucial for smooth workflow and compliance. Staying organized and continuously updating knowledge about new protocols or regulations can help overcome these challenges and contribute to a safe and productive work environment.

What is a Compounding Lab?

A Compounding Lab is a specialized facility, often within a pharmacy or healthcare setting, where pharmacists and technicians prepare customized medications to meet specific patient needs. These labs are equipped to mix, combine, or alter ingredients to create medications in forms and dosages not commercially available. Compounding labs follow strict quality and safety protocols to ensure that the medications are safe and effective. They play a crucial role for patients who require unique formulations due to allergies, dosage requirements, or flavor preferences.

What is the difference between Compounding Lab vs Pharmacist?

AspectCompounding LabPharmacist
CredentialsCertification in pharmacy compounding, pharmacy technician licenseDoctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), state licensure
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting, sterile and non-sterile compounding areasPharmacy, healthcare facilities, retail or hospital settings
Industry UsageSpecializes in preparing customized medicationsDispensing medications, patient counseling, medication management

While both roles involve working with medications, a Compounding Lab technician focuses on preparing customized compounds in a lab environment, often under supervision, whereas a Pharmacist oversees medication dispensing, patient care, and clinical responsibilities. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in pharmacy-related fields.

More about Compounding Lab jobs
Infographic showing various Compounding Lab job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 19% Full Time, 73% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 57% Physical, 14% Hybrid, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,189 per year, or $20.3 per hour.
Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Upperline Health

Nashville, TN • On-site

$18.75 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


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Company rating: 3.0 out of 10

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Job description

A Specialty Path to Good Health
Upperline Health is the nation's largest provider dedicated to lower extremity, wound and vascular care. Founded in 2017 with the ambitious goal of changing specialty care, Upperline Health delivers a more efficient path for patients to receive consistent and effective treatment for chronic illnesses.
Triage is temporary.
Treatment is transformative.
Upperline Health providers coordinate patients' care among a team of specialists - physicians, advanced practice providers, care navigators, pharmacists, dieticians, and social workers for integrated treatment that addresses patients' immediate and long-term health needs. Upperline Health is based out of Nashville, TN and has operations in 130+ clinic locations across Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
We put patients at the center of value-based care.
About the Compounding Pharmacy Technician PositionUpperline Health's Ascend Pharmacy is looking for a full-time Compounding Pharmacy Technician to work in our non-sterile compounding lab. As part of a fast-growing company, this is an exciting opportunity to expand your pharmacy skills or gain hands-on experience with compounding medications.
We are a closed-door pharmacy with a Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm and Friday 8am-3pm schedule.
What You'll Do:
  • Prepare compounds in accordance with USP standards, including chapter 795
  • Sort, stock, and manage inventory
  • Comply with rules, regulations, and procedures to help maintain a clean and safe pharmacy
  • Assist the pharmacist with pharmacy needs and be willing to perform customer service duties such as contacting patients, following up on orders and shipping medications if needed
  • Consistently provide exceptional customer service to all patients with an empathetic, compassionate, and professional demeanor with each interaction
  • Values self as a team player who is dedicated, hard-working, reliable, and punctual
  • Exhibit self-motivation and possess a high degree of organizational skills to ensure pharmacy operations run smoothly
  • Ability to become quickly proficient with the software systems used in our pharmacy

Required Skills and Competencies:
  • Pharmacy Technician License in Tennessee; Certified Pharmacy Technician highly preferred
  • Previous pharmacy technician experience
  • Compounding experience is strongly preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
  • Exhibits exceptional attention to detail and values high degree of accuracy
  • Tenacious problem solver, with demonstrated capacity to embrace complex problems and arrive at effective solutions in a timely manner
  • Enjoys working in a team-based environment with active collaboration
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time, kneel, crouch, and carry up to 40 pounds over short distances

Benefits
Comprehensive benefit options include medical, dental and vision, 401K (matching), PTO and parental leave.
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate to compensation for similar positions in the region based on prior training and experience.
Job Type: Full time
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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