Air Force Pharmacy Specialist: Patient Care & Compounding

U.S Air Force; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Air Force is seeking Pharmacy Specialist candidates to support pharmacists by interpreting, dispensing and explaining medications to patients. Training begins with Basic Military Training, followed by Technical Training and Tech School at Ft. Sam Houston, TX.

The program develops Airmen through hands-on experience, with a focus on patient safety, proper storage, and secure handling of controlled substances as part of a broader healthcare mission.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and meet health and background requirements.
• ASVAB score requirements apply for entry.
• Age range 17–42 years and ability to obtain security eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Confer with patients on questions regarding medications.
• Calculate quantities for compound drugs.
• Develop efficient work methods and procedures.
• Conduct periodic inspections of drug storage and usage areas.
• Safeguard chemicals, drugs and narcotics.

Skills

Patient counseling

Pharmacology knowledge

Drug safety

Storage & inventory

ASVAB understanding

Education

Basic Military Training

Technical Training

Tech School Ft. Sam Houston

Job description

U.S. Air Force is seeking Pharmacy Specialist candidates to support pharmacists by interpreting, dispensing and explaining medications to patients. Training begins with Basic Military Training, followed by Technical Training and Tech School at Ft. Sam Houston, TX.

The program develops Airmen through hands-on experience, with a focus on patient safety, proper storage, and secure handling of controlled substances as part of a broader healthcare mission.