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BrightSpring Health Services

IV Technician

Lowell, MA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Clean, maintain, and monitor the Sterile Compounding Room in accordance with USP 797 and state ... Support inventory management, filing, answering phones, and stocking areas within the IV department.

BrightSpring Health Services

IV Technician

Lowell, MA

$25 - $30/hr

Clean, maintain, and monitor the Sterile Compounding Room in accordance with USP 797 and state ... Support inventory management, filing, answering phones, and stocking areas within the IV department.

OnePoint Patient Care

IV Technician

Lowell, MA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Clean, maintain, and monitor the Sterile Compounding Room in accordance with USP 797 and state ... Support inventory management, filing, answering phones, and stocking areas within the IV department.

BrightSpring

IV Technician

Lowell, MA · On-site

$30/hr

Clean, maintain, and monitor the Sterile Compounding Room in accordance with USP 797 and state ... Support inventory management, filing, answering phones, and stocking areas within the IV department.

OnePoint Patient Care

IV Technician

Lowell, MA · On-site

$25/hr

Clean, maintain, and monitor the Sterile Compounding Room in accordance with USP 797 and state ... Support inventory management, filing, answering phones, and stocking areas within the IV department.

Insight Global

Senior Facilities Manager

Woburn, MA · On-site

$140K - $150K/yr

... compounding, polymers, pharmaceuticals, or similar process industries involving hazardous materials and continuous/batch operations required. * Demonstrated experience managing multi-site or multi ...

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How much do compounding manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for compounding manager in Somerville, MA is $87,672.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,200.00 and $109,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a compounding manager?

A Compounding Manager is a pharmaceutical professional responsible for overseeing the preparation, mixing, and formulation of customized medications to meet specific patient needs. They manage a team of compounding pharmacists and technicians, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintain accurate records of all compounded medications. Compounding Managers also stay updated on regulations and best practices, and may liaise with healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a compounding manager?

To thrive as a Compounding Manager, you need strong pharmaceutical knowledge, expertise in compounding techniques, and relevant pharmacy licensure or certification. Familiarity with compounding software, pharmacy management systems, and regulatory compliance standards such as USP <795>, <797>, and <800> is essential. Leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing staff and ensuring quality control. These skills ensure safe, accurate medication preparation and regulatory adherence, which are vital for patient safety and operational excellence.

What are some typical challenges a compounding manager faces when overseeing pharmaceutical production batches?

A Compounding Manager often navigates challenges such as ensuring batch consistency, maintaining compliance with strict regulatory standards, and managing a diverse team of pharmacy technicians and production staff. Unexpected equipment malfunctions or supply chain delays can also arise, requiring quick problem-solving while upholding quality and safety protocols. Additionally, Compounding Managers must frequently collaborate with quality assurance, R&D, and procurement teams to ensure timely and accurate production schedules are met.

What is the difference between Compounding Manager vs Pharmacist?

AspectCompounding ManagerPharmacist
CredentialsTypically requires a pharmacy technician license or related certification, with managerial experienceRequires a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree and state licensure
Work EnvironmentOversees compounding labs, manages staff, ensures safety protocolsDispenses medications, consults with patients, manages prescriptions
Industry UsageCommon in pharmacies, hospitals, and compounding labsPrimarily in retail pharmacies, hospitals, clinics

While both roles are integral to pharmacy operations, a Compounding Manager focuses on overseeing compounded medication production and staff management, often requiring managerial experience and certifications. A Pharmacist, on the other hand, is licensed to dispense medications, provide patient care, and has a Pharm.D. degree. Both roles work within pharmacy settings but serve different functions within the industry.

What cities near Somerville, MA are hiring for Compounding Manager jobs?

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Certified Pharmacy Technician I - Inpatient, Rotating Shifts

Brighton, MA • On-site

Boston Medical Center
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$19.50 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

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Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
Working under the day to day supervision of the pharmacists and Pharmacy Leadership, the technician is responsible for the proper handling of medications. This includes but is not limited to: receiving, distribution, management of expiration dates, management of inventory in Pyxis, storage, repackaging, compounding, filling orders, delivering, and stocking. The job requires excellent communication skills and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Position: Pharmacy Technician I
Department: Pharmacy
Schedule: Full Time
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works under the supervision of:
  • Pharmacy Leadership
  • Pharmacists

Ordering/ Receiving
  • Assists with receiving order from wholesaler
  • Scans in delivery
  • Properly inventories/stickers delivery to ensure all items are received
  • Confirms that each med is "scannable". Involves pharmacist when appropriate
  • Helps to maintain proper stock levels of drugs, supplies and solutions by Informing in writing, the need for an item when it is getting low
  • Repackages medications from bulk to unit-dose when necessary

Compounding
  • Performs calculations for dosing, unit conversions, admixture volumes
  • Prepares clean room and sterile products area for daily use
  • Follows clean room policies and procedures
  • Prepares low and medium risk sterile and non-sterile compounds
  • Complies with Universal precautions and uses Aseptic technique when compounding

Inventory Management
  • Checks expiration dates in and outside the department
  • Credits and debits patients in Meditech if meds reordered or returned
  • Resolves missing medication issues
  • Performs monthly floor inspections to ensure integrity of medications on the units and in patient care areas.
  • Ensures all medications are properly labeled
  • Properly disposes of medications, hazardous substances, sharps
  • Properly identifies and returns expired meds eligible for credit
  • Assists in semi-annual inventory activities as needed

Fills Medication Orders
  • Receives labels and orders, and is able to accurately select proper drug, dosage form and strength
  • Accurately retrieves medications from ADC fill list
  • Neatly organizes filled meds for checking.
  • Accurately retrieves medications as requested at the window
  • Properly refills trays and kits including but not limited to: Code Trays, STEMI kits, anaphylaxis kits, "tackle boxes" in preparation for pharmacist to check.
  • Accurately fills OR Machines

Delivers medication
  • Performs routine rounds to patient care areas and units in timely manner
  • Delivers meds to proper location including but not limited to: ADC, Med Room or a nurse if requested.
  • Updates machines with current date for drug
  • Outdates meds in ADC at each delivery to machine
  • Returns meds from the floors when need

Fills Automated Dispensing Cabinet (ADC)
  • Under stands process of loading and unloading
  • Fills ADC accurately by consistent use of scanner when required
  • Loads meds in a neat precise manner without overfilling pocket
  • Is able to trouble shoot minor equipment issues with ADC
  • Is able to reboot equipment as needed

Communication
  • Uses exceptional customer service skills/communication to resolve issues
  • Answers phones and triages phone calls that need a pharmacists
  • Communicates well with nursing and other staff outside of the pharmacy department

Professionalism
  • Maintains a high degree of professionalism within and outside the department
  • Maintains excellent working relationships with others
  • Dresses professionally
  • Maintains a neat, clean and organized work area
  • Represents the Department of Pharmacy and acts as liaison if needed when outside the department
  • Complies with HIPAA policies
  • Supports the training of new staff
  • Manages time effectively and prioritizes accordingly

Maintains Logs
  • Responsible for the daily accurate documentation of logs including but not limited to : refrigerators, hood cleaning, eye wash
  • Reports any omissions or errors

Handle Controlled Substances
  • Understands the importance of excellent record keeping, accuracy and handoffs when dealing with Controlled Substances.
  • Immediately reports any concerns/discrepancies to pharmacist or supervisor

JOB REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
(Examples: Ability to work independently and take initiative; Good judgment and problem solving skills; Communication skills; Interpersonal and organizational skills; Level of confidentiality)
Knowledge and Skills
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Basic math needed for compounding
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to problem solve
  • Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients visitors and staff

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER:
Education: Experience (Type & Length):
  • Certification/Licensure: Is responsible for maintaining licensure CPhT and State registration as required
  • Is responsible for completing all educational modules including but not limited to: Steward University
  • Performs Gloved finger-tip and media fill test as required.

Day and evening shifts with every other weekend required.
Compensation Range:
$23.51- $34.93
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
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Boston Medical Center (BMC) is more than a hospital. It's a network of support and care that touches the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in need each year. It is the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England. Emphasizing community-based care, BMC is committed to providing consistently excellent and accessible health services to all-and is the largest safety-net hospital in New England. The hospital is also the primary teaching affiliate of the nationally ranked Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and a founding partner of Boston HealthNet - an integrated health care delivery systems that includes many community health centers. Join BMC today and help us achieve our Vision 2030 which is a long-term goal to make Boston the healthiest urban population in the world.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boston, MA, US

Year founded

1996

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