• Compounding Pharmacy Technician - Tier III

    Actalent (Portland, OR)


    Pharmacy Technician – Intermediate Level

    Description

    Join our pharmacy team and play a critical role in supporting pharmacists to ensure safe and accurate medication distribution. This position involves preparing unit doses, performing data entry, delivering medications, and managing cartfill exchanges. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist and adhere to established standard operating procedures to maintain accountability and accuracy.

     

    Our patients range from neonates and infants to adolescents, adults, and the elderly, so attention to detail and commitment to safety are essential. This role requires proficiency in tasks outlined in Pharmacy Technician I and II specifications as applicable to the work unit.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Prepare, mix, and compound sterile medications, including chemotherapy, following strict aseptic techniques.

    + Perform pharmaceutical calculations to verify medication dosages.

    + Clean and maintain engineering controls (e.g., laminar flow hoods) and compounding equipment.

    + Assist pharmacists with technical support activities, including:

    + Computer order entry for inpatient and outpatient prescriptions

    + Filling unit dose medication orders

    + Selecting medications from inventory for new orders and 24-hour distribution

    + Answering phones, filing, billing/crediting, and maintaining medication profiles

    + Loading and refilling automated dispensing cabinets

    + Maintain manufacturing logs and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

    + Prioritize and process medication labels to meet delivery timelines.

    + Perform other technician duties as assigned based on operational needs.

     

    Required Skills & Qualifications

     

    + High School Diploma or GED

    + State of Oregon Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

    + PTCB National Pharmacy Technician Certification

    + Minimum 2 years of pharmacy technician experience

    + Strong knowledge of medical terminology and pharmaceutical math

    + Skilled in aseptic technique and handling sterile/hazardous medications

    + Ability to manipulate small objects and operate fluid transfer systems

    + Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

    + Ability to prioritize tasks, work in a team environment, and manage time effectively

    + Experience in de-escalating challenging situations with patients or partners

     

    Preferred Attributes

     

    + Strong problem-solving skills

    + Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

    + Commitment to accuracy and compliance

     

    Experience Level: Intermediate

    Certification Verification:

    + Oregon Pharm Tech Certification

    + PTCB National Certification

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $29.07 - $39.33/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.