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Sterile Compounding Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Montgomery, OH · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

Non-hazardous sterile compounding experience required (Required) 2 - 3 years Pharmacy (Preferred) Ohio Certified Pharmacy Technician License Must be registered with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a ...

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Montgomery, OH · On-site

$17.25 - $21/hr

Non-hazardous sterile compounding experience required (Required) 2 - 3 years Pharmacy (Preferred) Ohio Certified Pharmacy Technician License Must be registered with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a ...

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How much do sterile compounding jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for sterile compounding in Ohio is $26.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $31.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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.

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.

How to get into sterile compounding?

To enter sterile compounding, individuals typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training in aseptic techniques and pharmacy compounding. Certification programs such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification can enhance job prospects, and familiarity with cleanroom environments and proper safety protocols is essential.

Is sterile compounding difficult?

Sterile compounding is a specialized pharmacy job that requires attention to detail, adherence to strict safety protocols, and knowledge of aseptic techniques. It often involves working in cleanroom environments and following regulatory standards, which can make the job challenging but manageable with proper training and certification. Precision and consistency are essential for ensuring patient safety.

What are the most commonly searched types of Sterile Compounding jobs in Ohio?

The most popular types of Sterile Compounding jobs in Ohio are:

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Sterile Compounding jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Sterile Compounding job openings:

Infographic showing various Sterile Compounding job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,367 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Pharmacy Technician - Community, Compounding

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$21.50 - $31/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


Cleveland Clinic rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 914 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

344th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

**This position is eligible for a sign-on bonusup to$2,500

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Pharmacy Technician - Ambulatory supports a high-volume outpatient pharmacy at Main Campus, processing approximately 1,100 prescriptions per day. Caregivers in this role prepare prescription orders, maintain inventory, operate the point-of-sale system and support complex non-sterile compounding in accordance with USP <795> guidelines. Responsibilities also include bulk and extemporaneous compounding, monitoring inventory and reorder points, restocking products and removing expired medications. Caregivers may also provide support across multiple pharmacy locations based on departmental needs.

A caregiver in this position will work full-time, Monday through Friday, rotating 8-hour shifts between the hours of 6:30 am and 6:30 pm. Caregivers also participate in a rotating weekend schedule approximately every 8th-9th weekend and a holiday rotation approximately once every three years.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

  • Provide distributive pharmacy services,assistanceand support for the pharmacist in an ambulatory/outpatient setting.
  • Prepare prescription orders fordispensing topatients.
  • Maintain inventory for the outpatient pharmacy.
  • Assistwith extemporaneous compounding of prescriptions and bulk compounding of prescriptions and over the counter items.
  • Operate thepoint-of-salecash register system.
  • Monitor and act on reorder points, restock prescription and non-prescriptionareaand remove expiring products.
  • Provide multi-pharmacy support in assigned areas as needed.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Upon hire, you must be a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA).
  • In addition to the above requirement, upon hire, it isrequiredto hold an active registration through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy (OBOP) as either a Certified Pharmacy Technician, Registered Pharmacy Technician, or Pharmacy Technician Trainee
  • Please note:Caregivers with active Pharmacy Technician Trainee or Registered Pharmacy Technician registrationsare required toupdate their registration to a Certified Pharmacy Technician registration with the OBOP within 6 months

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • Six months of hospital experience
  • Completion of a formal pharmacy technician training program
  • Prior compounding experience

Physical Requirements:

  • Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing, reaching, stretching, stooping, and sitting for prolonged times; manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer, dispensing functions of the job; ability to lift up to 20 lbs. while walking, stooping, bending and reaching.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $21.50

Maximum hourly: $31.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).


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