Job Description

Sterile Compounding Registered Pharmacy Technician

Location: St. Catharines, ON
Company: Custom Pharmacy Solutions
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Pay: $35-40 per hour

About Custom Pharmacy Solutions – St. Catharines

Custom Pharmacy Solutions is a specialized compounding pharmacy serving the Niagara region with a strong focus on high-quality, patient-specific medications. Our facility prepares sterile and non-sterile compounds including sterile injectables, hormone therapy, dermatologic preparations, pain management formulations, and pediatric compounds.

We are committed to delivering precise, safe, and reliable compounded medications that meet the unique needs of patients and healthcare providers across St. Catharines and the surrounding communities.

Position Overview

Custom Pharmacy Solutions is seeking an experienced Sterile Compounding Technician to support our growing sterile compounding department. Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager and Designated Manager, this role performs day-to-day sterile compounding and cleanroom activities ensuring compliance with all regulatory and quality standards.

Key ResponsibilitiesSterile Compounding & Aseptic Technique

Prepare sterile compounded medications following SOPs, aseptic technique, NAPRA standards, and Health Canada guidance
Perform sterile admixing for injectables
Compound both batch and patient-specific sterile preparations
Ensure accurate labeling, documentation, and verification procedures

Cleanroom & Equipment Maintenance

Maintain cleanroom integrity through proper garbing, hood cleaning, and environmental monitoring procedures
Operate and maintain sterile compounding equipment
Assist in environmental controls, pressure differentials, and routine cleanroom monitoring

Quality Assurance & Documentation

Complete all batch records, logs, and compounding worksheets accurately
Report deviations, incidents, or equipment issues to the supervising pharmacist/manager
Support continuous improvement in sterile workflow and compliance
Follow USP <795>, <797>, <800> and NAPRA standards at all times

Operational Support

Manage sterile ingredient and supply inventory
Assist pharmacists and QA personnel with verification and quality checks
Maintain workflow efficiency and ensure timely completion of sterile orders

QualificationsRequired

Registered Pharmacy Technician with the OCP
Minimum 1 year of experience in sterile and non-sterile compounding in a sterile compounding facility, hospital pharmacy, or specialty compounding center
Strong understanding of aseptic technique and sterile workflow
Experience working in a cleanroom environment
Knowledge of USP <797>, <800>, <795>, NAPRA standards, and sterile compounding requirements
Strong communication skills (oral and written)
Ability to work in a fast-paced setting with multiple priorities

Assets (Preferred)

Compounding training or certification from PCCA, Medisca, or equivalent

Additional Information

Custom Pharmacy Solutions thanks all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Work Location: On-site, St. Catharines, Ontario

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

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Sterile Compounding Registered Pharmacy Technician