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Compounding Pharmacy Technician Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Pharmacy Technician

Carmel, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $20.25/hr

... sterile compounding, inventory management, quality assurance activities, and patient service ... The Pharmacy Technician also performs administrative and operational duties to ensure safe ...

Pharmacy Technician

Evansville, IN · On-site

$17.03 - $23.85/hr

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will play an important role in medication preparation, distribution ... Whether assisting with medication dispensing, compounding IV solutions, supporting outpatient ...

Pharmacy Technician

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

The Pharmacy Technician can reach levels of success within a dispensing department role, a data entry department role, and/or a sterile IV compounding department role. Job Responsibilities The ...

Pharmacy Technician

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Perform basic compounding and calculations , communicate with patients, their families, and ... Indiana Pharmacy Technician License or Indiana Pharmacy Intern License Previous pharmaceutical or ...

Pharmacy Technician

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Perform basic compounding and calculations , communicate with patients, their families, and ... Indiana Pharmacy Technician License or Indiana Pharmacy Intern License Previous pharmaceutical or ...

Pharmacy Technician

Anderson, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Perform basic compounding and calculations , communicate with patients, their families, and ... Indiana Pharmacy Technician License or Indiana Pharmacy Intern License Previous pharmaceutical or ...

Pharmacy Technician

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Perform basic compounding and calculations , communicate with patients, their families, and ... Indiana Pharmacy Technician License or Indiana Pharmacy Intern License Previous pharmaceutical or ...

Pharmacy Technician

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Perform basic compounding and calculations , communicate with patients, their families, and ... Indiana Pharmacy Technician License or Indiana Pharmacy Intern License Previous pharmaceutical or ...

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How much do compounding pharmacy technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for compounding pharmacy technician in Indiana is $20.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.84 and $21.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a compounding pharmacy technician?

Compounding pharmacy technicians are specialized healthcare professionals who assist pharmacists in preparing customized medications for patients. They mix, measure, and combine ingredients to create medications in specific strengths, forms, or dosages as prescribed by a physician. Their work often involves making creams, ointments, oral solutions, or other tailored medications that are not commercially available. Compounding pharmacy technicians must follow strict safety and quality standards to ensure medications are prepared accurately and safely.

What does a compounding pharmacy technician do?

Compounding pharmacy technicians mix various components to create specific formulations of medicines for patients when the available drugs on the market do not suit the patients’ needs. For example, a patient may be allergic to individual elements within a drug; a compounding pharmacy technician can create a new version of that medication without those elements. Or an elderly patient may not be able to take a medication in pill form, so a compounding pharmacy technician will make the drug into liquid form. Other responsibilities for this position may include working at the front desk to greet customers, stocking and updating inventory, and resolving billing issues.

What skills do you need to be a compounding pharmacy technician?

To thrive as a Compounding Pharmacy Technician, you need a solid understanding of pharmaceutical calculations, sterile and non-sterile compounding procedures, and typically a pharmacy technician certification or relevant training. Familiarity with compounding equipment, pharmacy management systems, and compliance with USP <795>, <797>, and <800> standards is essential. Attention to detail, organization, and effective communication are vital soft skills for ensuring accuracy and maintaining safety. These competencies are crucial for preparing customized medications safely, minimizing errors, and upholding regulatory standards in pharmacy practice.

What are some common challenges faced by compounding pharmacy technicians, and how can they be addressed?

Compounding Pharmacy Technicians often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict adherence to safety and sterility protocols, managing precise measurements, and handling multiple complex prescriptions simultaneously. These challenges can be addressed through ongoing training, meticulous attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. Additionally, effective communication with pharmacists and other team members is essential to ensure accuracy and patient safety. Many pharmacies support their technicians with mentorship programs and regular competency assessments to foster continuous improvement.

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Infographic showing various Compounding Pharmacy Technician job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,020 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Pharmacy Technician - Sterile Compounding

Indiana University Health

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$18.75 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago


Indiana University Health rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 466 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

344th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Sound like a perfect match? Apply now - we can't wait to hear from you!

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

  • 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
  • Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you
  • Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

Description:

"The field of Home Infusion Pharmacy has revolutionized healthcare, providing patients with personalized, lifesaving therapy from the comfort of their home and the freedom to resume life's daily activities.

We are seeking a detail-oriented pharmacy technician to join our expanding team of sterile compounding experts and play a pivotal role in delivering these lifesaving services. As a key member of our team, this position is responsible for the handling, preparation, compounding, and distribution of medications, as well as maintaining the integrity of our sterile compounding suite. A strong candidate is one that embraces our culture of strict adherence to local policies and guidelines, vigilantly supports their teammates, and continually pursues personal improvement opportunities."

Under pharmacist supervision, supports the pharmacy department in one or more of the following areas: inventory, preparation, distribution, compounding, processing of medications and supplies, specialty medications, and medication histories. Assists with all functions required for medication processing including answering telephones, taking refill orders, entering orders into system, preparing the medication for pharmacist check, preparing medications for disbursement/shipment/delivery. Key job duties may consist of handling supplies, stocking prepackaged items, maintaining inventory, delivering supplies, maintaining records, distributing supplies. May assist in bulk compounding and preparation of I.V. solutions. Works with pharmacy staff to minimize the potential for medication errors.

  • High School Diploma/GED is required.   
  • Requires Indiana Pharmacy Tech-In Training OR Indiana Pharmacy Technician License OR intern/extern license if enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy.   
  • Requires Pharmacy Technician National Certification within one year of hire unless enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy or enrolled in or graduated from an ASHP/ACPE accredited Pharmacy Technician training program.   
  • Requires the absence of criminal history related to the ability to work with drugs.   
  • Requires strong mathematical calculation skills.
  • Requires ability to learn basic pharmacy technician skills in assigned areas and work under close supervision or under clearly defined procedures.
  • Requires ability to learn effective written and communication skills.   
  • Requires ability to learn and execute customer services skills.
  • Requires basic proficiency typing and using Microsoft office applications. 
  • Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we're home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
  • IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
  • A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine - one of the nation's largest medical schools - gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training - advancing healthcare for all.
  • With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
  • At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
  • Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.
Indiana University Health is Indiana's most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We're looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.

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