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Sterile Compounding Technician Seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sterile Compounding Technician to join our pharmaceutical team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the preparation of ...

Sterile Compounding Technician The Sterile Compounding Technician prepares and admixtures sterile pharmaceutical products in a highly controlled, regulated 503B environment. This role requires ...

Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician

Plano, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $23/hr

Job Opportunity At Rx Relief Rx relief is seeking reliable and detail-oriented Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technicians to join a high-volume 503A compounding pharmacy near Plano, TX. Technicians ...

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How much do sterile compounding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for sterile compounding in the United States is $27.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is sterile compounding difficult?

Sterile compounding requires attention to detail, strict adherence to safety protocols, and proper training in aseptic techniques. The job involves working in controlled environments like cleanrooms and often requires certification, making it a specialized and precise role. While challenging, proper education and experience can help develop the necessary skills.

What is sterile compounding?

A Sterile Compounding job involves preparing customized medications in a clean, controlled environment to prevent contamination. This role is crucial in hospitals, pharmacies, and specialized compounding facilities, where technicians or pharmacists mix, dilute, or package sterile drugs like IV medications, injections, and eye drops. Workers follow strict guidelines, including USP <797> standards, to maintain sterility and ensure patient safety. Proper training, aseptic techniques, and adherence to regulations are essential for success in this field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for sterile compounding?

To thrive in Sterile Compounding, you need a solid understanding of pharmaceutical calculations, aseptic technique, and knowledge of USP <797> standards, often supported by certification as a pharmacy technician. Familiarity with laminar flow hoods, compounding equipment, and pharmacy information systems is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong organizational skills set individuals apart in this position. These skills are crucial for ensuring patient safety and maintaining the integrity of compounded sterile preparations in a regulated healthcare environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in sterile compounding?

Professionals in sterile compounding are responsible for accurately preparing intravenous (IV) medications, chemotherapy, and other sterile solutions in compliance with regulatory standards and pharmacy protocols. Daily tasks include measuring and mixing medications, labeling and packaging compounded products, maintaining cleanroom conditions, documenting all work, and double-checking preparations for accuracy. They frequently collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ensure timely and safe delivery of medications to patients. This role requires consistent adherence to safety guidelines and meticulous record-keeping to minimize contamination risks and ensure patient well-being.

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Infographic showing various Sterile Compounding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 5% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 8% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,186 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Sterile Compounding Technician

Nebraska Medicine

Kearney, NE • On-site

Full-time

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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Sterile Compounding Technician - Full-time

Position Highlights:

Nebraska Medicine is now taking applications for a talented individual to join us as atNebraska Medicine as a Full-Time Sterile Compounding Technician in our Infusion / Specialty Pharmacy at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center of Kearney. An ideal candidate for this role or preference will be given to someone with Sterile compounding background.

We partner with our physicians, nurses and other hospital staff to provide the best Serious Medicine and Extraordinary Care available in the region. We are excited to have Forbes Magazine recognize us in their list of American's top employers and the best employer in Nebraska. Come join us!

If you have questions about applying for this Sterile Compounding Technician - role you can contact the recruiter, Rohit Shinde, at rshinde@nebraskamed.com

Shift:

  • Full Time 1.0 FTE / Benefit Eligible

  • First Shift/ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • No weekend or holiday requirement

  • Location: Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, Kearney NE

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

  • Together. Extraordinary.Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

  • Leading Health Network:Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

  • Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

  • Educational Support:Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Duties: Sterile Compounding Technician

Perform sterile compounding according to policy and regulations including USP 797 and USP 800. Maintain competency in use of all equipment and programs related to performing sterile compounding. Participate in medication management for pharmacy compounding, including medication and supply ordering, receiving, and maintenance. Troubleshoot equipment, hardware, and software issues relating to compounding. Participate in completing and documenting all cleaning and monitoring activities identified for areas related to sterile compounding. Practice critical and focused thinking and perform calculations as needed to validate activities. Work within a team to triage and respond to all compounding needs in a timely manner, following supervisor shift pharmacists' oversight. Maintain ongoing didactic and practical training as related to sterile compounding.

Minimum Qualifications: Sterile Compounding Technician

  • Minimum of 18 years of age required.

  • High school education or equivalent required.

  • Registered as a pharmacy technician with the State of Nebraska Board of Pharmacy required.

  • Pharmacy Technician Certification within 12 months of licensed date required.

  • Internal Aseptic Technique training completed within two weeks of hire required.

Preferred Qualifications: Sterile Compounding Technician

  • Inpatient pharmacy department experience in sterile compounding preferred.

  • Hazardous medication and/or total parenteral nutrition (TPN) compounding experience preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans' status.


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