Chewy Pharmacy is hiring with starting wages up to $27.50 per hour
Our opportunity:
Chewy, America's #1 pet pharmacy, is seeking Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technicians to join our pharmacy team in Pittston, PA! The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting all facets of low, medium, and high-risk level sterile compounding, including the preparation of injections, infusions, ophthalmic preparations, and inhalation or irrigation solutions. This position requires strict adherence to USP Chapter 797 and 800 standards and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure the highest standards of strength, quality, purity, integrity, sterility, and endotoxin content. The Technician will work under the supervision of the Sterile Compounding Pharmacist to ensure aseptic processes are performed according to policies and procedures. The technician must have knowledge of the accurate use of compounding equipment in both cleanroom and non-sterile lab environments.
Why you'll love working here:
- Competitive benefits and personal and leadership development programs to support your career growth
- Employee 20% discount program at Chewy for all your pet needs
- We have a culture of belonging where you will feel valued for your skills and contributions and be recognized for your dedication and hard work.
- We'll empower you to build, grow, and unleash your full potential!
What you'll do:
- Perform sterile compounding using aseptic technique, ensuring all preparations meet required standards.
- Maintains familiarity and compliance with compounding standards, including USP 797 and 800.
- Ensure aseptic processes, including garbing, hand-hygiene, cleaning, environmental monitoring, aseptic technique, and verification testing, are performed according to policies and procedures.
- Use compounding equipment accurately in both cleanroom and non-sterile lab environments to make sterile and non-sterile compounds.
- Assist in maintaining inventory and supplies needed for compounding.
- Maintain standards for strength, quality, purity, integrity, sterility, and endotoxin content in all compounded preparations.
- Work closely with the Sterile pharmacy staff to ensure efficient and safe compounding practices.
- Compounding Team Members may be exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the preparation of compounds (some are classified as hazardous and/or toxic by the National Institute for Safety and Health and special safety precautions must be taken when working with these chemicals)
- Other duties as assigned.
What you'll need:
- Proficiency in the accurate use of compounding equipment in the cleanroom and non-sterile lab vital for both sterile and non-sterile compounds.
- Ability to follow all company SOPs.
- Be at least 18 years old and have the appropriate licensure in the state of the pharmacy you are working at, and other states and credentials as required
- Familiarity with USP < 795>, < 797>, and < 800> guidelines for the preparation of compounded medications.
- Prior training/experience in aseptic technique and extemporaneous compounding, with high-risk/category 3 sterile compounding experience preferred.
- Ability to maintain inventory and supplies.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 1-3 Years sterile compounding experience
- National Pharmacy Technician Certification. PTCB or NHA (CPhT) and an active Pennsylvania Pharmacy Tech registration
- The appropriate licensure in the state of the pharmacy you are working at, and other states and credentials as required
- Must have visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, and work in a variety of positions and locations such as sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking
- Ability to wear the required PPE for prolonged periods of time
- Capability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact [email protected].
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Skills Required
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Appropriate pharmacy technician licensure and active Pennsylvania pharmacy technician registration
- National Pharmacy Technician Certification through PTCB or NHA (CPhT)
- One to three years of sterile compounding experience
- Prior training or experience in aseptic technique and extemporaneous compounding
- Familiarity with USP <795>, <797>, and <800> guidelines
- Proficiency using compounding equipment in cleanroom and non-sterile laboratory environments
- Ability to follow company standard operating procedures
- Ability to maintain compounding inventory and supplies
- High-risk or Category 3 sterile compounding experience
- Visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for prolonged periods
- Ability to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, and controls
What the Team is Saying
Chewy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
How does Chewy ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
Chewy approaches compensation through a total rewards strategy that combines salary, bonuses, equity opportunities, healthcare benefits, employee discounts, and career growth opportunities. The company emphasizes supporting employees across ecommerce, healthcare, pharmacy, customer service, technology, and fulfillment operations while competing for talent in both retail and tech markets.
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities: Chewy offers market-based compensation packages that may include salary, performance bonuses, commissions, and equity depending on role and level. Built In also notes benefits such as relocation assistance, employee discounts, and bonus opportunities across multiple teams and functions.
- Healthcare and wellness support: Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, disability coverage, telemedicine, mental health resources, and wellbeing programs. Chewy also offers wellness-focused resources designed to support employees physically, mentally, and financially.
- Retirement and financial wellbeing: Employees receive 401(k) plans with company matching along with financial wellness resources and broader support programs. Benefits are designed to support both short-term needs and long-term financial planning.
- Pet-focused and family-oriented benefits: Chewy offers pet insurance discounts, employee discounts on Chewy products, parental leave, fertility support, family-focused benefits, and caregiving resources. The company’s benefits package is closely aligned with its pet-focused identity and customer mission.
- Flexibility and workplace support: Corporate employees may have access to hybrid work arrangements, flexible scheduling, commuter benefits, PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing initiatives. Employees also cite supportive managers and collaborative teams as important parts of the broader employee value proposition.
- Long-term career investment: Compensation is reinforced through career growth opportunities, mentorship, leadership development, cross-functional learning, and exposure to large-scale ecommerce, automation, healthcare, and logistics initiatives. Employees often describe growth opportunities as an important part of the overall company experience.
- External signals: Comparably reports that 70% of employee reviews are positive overall. Employees frequently highlight healthcare benefits, employee discounts, coworkers, and growth opportunities as strengths of the company experience. (Glassdoor; Comparably)
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What We Do
Who We Are Chewy is where pet parents find everything they need for life with pets, from food to fun to pharmacy. We make pet care easier, more informed, and more joyful through fast, reliable delivery and award-winning 24/7 Customer Care, including access to pet health support when it’s needed. Founded in 2011, Chewy combines the convenience of online shopping with a high-touch, personalized experience built around the real moments of pet parenthood. Our Mission Chewy’s mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. What We Do We support pet parents through the highs, lows, and everyday moments of the pet parenting journey with: • Pet food, treats, and daily essentials • Supplies for dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, equine, and small pets • Pharmacy and veterinary services, including prescriptions and medications • Pet wellness and health products • Autoship for convenient recurring deliveries • Chewy+, our premium membership offering exclusive savings, faster delivery, and personalized pet care benefits • 24/7/365 customer support from knowledgeable, pet-loving experts What Makes Chewy Different Chewy is known for industry-leading service, deep personalization, and our customer-obsessed culture. We combine trust, convenience, and care, and pet parents come to us for: • Exceptional customer care • Human- and pet-centered product and experience design • Fast, dependable fulfillment across a nationwide operations network • A mission-driven culture built on empathy, trust, and passion for pets Our Culture Chewy’s culture is built for people who thrive on ownership, innovation, and impact. We value curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement across all our teams. We empower Team Members—our Chewtopians—to learn, grow, and unleash their full potential in a collaborative, supportive, mission-driven environment. How We Work Chewy’s Operating Principles guide how we think, innovate, collaborate, and execute. These principles shape our character, decision-making, and approach to delivering results while connecting our people and culture in support of our mission. • Put Customers First • Act as an Owner • Deliver Results • Earn Trust • Debate Openly; Commit Fully • Operate in the Details • Shape the Future Where We Work Chewy headquarters: Plantation, FL, and Boston, MA Additional hubs: Bellevue, WA, and Minneapolis, MN
Why Work With Us
Why You Should Work at Chewy Chewy is a unique, fast-growing e-commerce and tech leader where builders, creators, and problem-solvers shape the future of pet care. Our teams drive innovation in a mission-driven culture that creates real impact for pets and the people who love them.
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