IV Certified Pharmacy Technician - Alexandria, VA

A specialty infusion pharmacy in Alexandria, VA, is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Technician with IV certification for a Contract to Hire opportunity. This role blends patient care coordination duties with hands-on sterile compounding and pharmacy operations in a hybrid work environment. The position offers the potential for permanent placement after 2–3 months.

Location:

• Alexandria, VA (candidates from DC or MD areas considered)

Schedule:

• Immediate start

Key Responsibilities: Patient Care Coordination (50–70%)

• Process patient referrals and intake documentation
• Verify insurance benefits and eligibility
• Assist with prior authorizations and payer communication
• Coordinate therapy initiation and medication delivery
• Communicate effectively with providers, patients, and clinical staff
• Maintain accurate patient records and track therapy progress

Pharmacy Operations & Clean Room Support (30–50%)

• Assist with prescription processing and dispensing workflow
• Support sterile compounding preparation while maintaining USP <797> compliance standards
• Manage inventory and prepare medications as needed
• Collaborate closely with pharmacists to ensure precise order fulfillment

Qualifications:

• Active Pharmacy Technician registration/license (Virginia preferred)
• PTCB certification strongly preferred
• Prior experience in specialty pharmacy, infusion, or hospital settings
• Familiarity with prior authorization and insurance processing is advantageous
• Hands-on experience with sterile compounding and clean room environments highly preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Availability for immediate start

This contract-to-hire opportunity is ideal for a motivated Pharmacy Technician seeking to leverage their infusion and sterile compounding expertise while contributing to exceptional patient care services. Candidates interested in advancing their career in a dynamic specialty pharmacy setting are encouraged to apply promptly.