Compounding Pharmacist

Medicine Shoppe; Colorado; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Medicine Shoppe in Colorado seeks a dedicated Compounding Pharmacist to join our healthcare team, focusing on accurate preparation of customized medications and strict adherence to safety standards.

You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, supervise technicians, and ensure compliance with USP 797, HIPAA, and state/federal laws while delivering patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Active pharmacist license in good standing and knowledge of state/federal pharmacy law.
• Extensive experience in compounding and pharmacy operations, with LTC/hospital exposure preferred.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems and inventory management tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare compounded medications following formulas and USP 797 guidelines.
• Assess patients to determine suitable compounding formulations.
• Manage inventory, sourcing ingredients, and proper storage.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize therapy plans.
• Maintain documentation in PIS/EHR systems and ensure aseptic practices.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Compounding expertise

Pharmacy operations

Team supervision

HIPAA compliance

Customer service

Education

Pharmacist license

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Inventory management

Job description

Job Description

ob Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Compounding Pharmacist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing customized medications through compounding, ensuring precise formulation and adherence to all safety and regulatory standards. Your expertise will directly contribute to personalized patient care, especially in complex cases requiring tailored medication solutions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your clinical knowledge, pharmacy operations skills, and passion for patient service in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Duties

• Prepare compounded medications accurately following established formulas and USP 797 guidelines to ensure safety and efficacy.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine appropriate medication formulations based on individual needs.
• Manage pharmacy inventory, including sourcing ingredients, maintaining stock levels, and ensuring proper storage of compounded substances.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state pharmacy laws, drug regulations, and healthcare policies related to compounding practices.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapy plans, including medical management and pain management strategies.
• Maintain meticulous documentation of compounding procedures, patient records, and regulatory compliance in pharmacy information systems (PIS) and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Oversee pharmacy team operations, including supervising pharmacy technicians and ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques and safety protocols such as USP 797 standards.

Requirements

• Valid pharmacist license in good standing with relevant state and federal pharmacy law knowledge.
• Extensive experience in pharmacy operations with a focus on compounding medications; LTC (Long-Term Care) or hospital experience is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, drug regulation, and clinical confidentiality policies such as HIPAA.
• Proficiency with pharmacy software systems, EMR (Electronic Medical Records), EHR systems, and inventory management tools.
• Critical care experience or practicing as a pharmacist in acute care settings is preferred; pediatric or community pharmacy experience is a plus.
• Certifications in basic life support (BLS), immunizations, aseptic technique, and pharmaceutical regulatory compliance are highly valued.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare providers while maintaining professionalism under HIPAA regulations.

Join us in delivering exceptional patient-centered care through expert compounding services! We’re committed to fostering a supportive environment where your skills can thrive while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives every day.