Lead Sterile Compounding Pharmacist

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Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly detail-oriented Lead Sterile Compounding Pharmacist to play a key role in supporting sterile compounding operations within a high-quality pharmacy environment. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert in aseptic processing, providing day-to-day leadership on the compounding floor while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and internal quality expectations.

This role is ideal for a pharmacist who thrives in a hands-on setting, leads by example, and is passionate about maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, compliance, and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

Sterile Compounding & Operational Leadership

• Lead and actively participate in sterile compounding activities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to established protocols
• Serve as a technical resource for pharmacists and technicians on aseptic technique and compounding best practices
• Support daily workflow coordination to ensure timely and efficient preparation of compounded medications
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance throughput, reduce variability, and maintain quality standards

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Maintain strict adherence to applicable regulatory standards, including USP <797> and <800>
• Support environmental monitoring programs, personnel qualification, and ongoing competency assessments
• Assist in the development, review, and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure all compounding activities align with internal quality systems and regulatory expectations

Team Support & Mentorship

• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to pharmacy staff on sterile compounding techniques and compliance requirements
• Reinforce best practices related to aseptic technique, hazardous drug handling, and documentation standards
• Promote a culture of accountability, precision, and continuous improvement across the compounding team

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with quality, compliance, and operations teams to support efficient and compliant workflow execution
• Collaborate with pharmacists and clinical teams to address formulation questions and resolve compounding-related challenges
• Contribute to investigations, deviations, and corrective actions as needed

Materials & Inventory Oversight

• Support proper handling, storage, and utilization of APIs, excipients, and compounding supplies
• Assist in maintaining inventory levels to support uninterrupted operations while minimizing waste

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited institution
• Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in good standing (multi-state flexibility preferred)
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in sterile compounding (503A or 503B environment preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in USP <797> and <800> standards and aseptic processing
• Strong understanding of compounding workflows, cleanroom operations, and quality systems
• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, regulated environment with high attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certification in Sterile Compounding (e.g., BCSCP) or similar specialization
• Experience in high-volume sterile compounding operations
• Familiarity with hazardous drug compounding and handling requirements
• Exposure to process improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar)
• Prior experience mentoring or leading teams in a hands-on capacity

Core Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in sterile compounding and aseptic technique
• Leadership through influence and example rather than formal authority
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on patient safety and operational excellence

Why This Opportunity

• Opportunity to take on a lead-level role without being pulled away from the bench
• Work within a high-quality, compliance-driven compounding environment
• Be a key contributor to process improvement and operational excellence
• Join a team focused on precision, safety, and continuous advancement

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