Lead Compounding Pharmacist, Sterile

Hims & Hers; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Job summary

Hims & Hers is seeking a Sterile Compounding Pharmacist to oversee sterile operations and ensure compliance with USP 797, USP 800, and applicable guidelines. The role involves supervising personnel, maintaining safety and quality in a modular cleanroom, and coordinating with the PIC and QA teams to meet regulatory standards.

The position supports day shifts with a focus on training, documentation, and compliance in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist experience with sterile compounding.
• Pharm D or Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.
• Active Pharmacist License in State of employment (AZ).
• Proficiency in USP 797 and 800 requirements and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Direct sterile compounding activities in compliance with USP 797 and USP 800.
• Maintain aseptic technique and cleanroom standards.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on aseptic practices and presterilization tasks.
• Document compounding procedures and QC checks for sterile preparations.
• Review materials prior to use in sterile compounding.
• Coordinate with PIC and Sterile Compounding Manager on regulatory matters.
• Ensure safety, PPE usage, and environmental monitoring.

Skills

Pharmacist experience

Sterile compounding

USP 797/800 knowledge

Leadership

Education

Pharm D or Bachelor’s in Pharmacy

Active AZ Pharmacist License

Tools

Windows-based systems

Job description

Hims & Hers is the leading health and wellness platform, on a mission to help the world feel great through the power of better health. We are redefining healthcare by putting the customer first and delivering access to care that is affordable, accessible, and personal, from diagnosis to treatment to delivery. No two people are the same, so we provide access to personalized care designed for results. By normalizing health & wellness challenges and innovating on their solutions, we’re making better health outcomes easier to achieve.

Hims & Hers is a public company, traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol “HIMS.” To learn more about the brand and offerings, you can visit hims.com/about and hims.com/how-it-works . For information on the company’s outstanding benefits, culture, and its talent-first flexible/remote work approach, see below and visit www.hims.com/careers-professionals.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Sterile Compounding Pharmacist to oversee sterile compounding operations within a modular cleanroom suite. In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert, ensuring compliance with USP <797>, <800>, and other applicable guidelines. You will supervise personnel and maintain the highest standards for compounding safety, quality, and compliance in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Day Shift: Monday through Thursday, 7am-530p

You Will:

• Direct shift sterile compounding activities in compliance with USP 797 and USP 800.
• Maintain and enforce proper aseptic technique and cleanroom standards
• Provide training and technical guidance to compounding and support personnel performing aseptic manipulations, presterilization activities, visual inspection, labeling/packaging, materials/equipment preparation and movement.
• Perform and accurately document compounding procedures, quality assurance/quality control checks, of compounded sterile preparations
• Review and approve materials prior to use in sterile compounding
• Oversee use of equipment used in sterile compounding operations to used in sterile compounding operations in conjunction with the maintenance team
• Oversee cleanroom workflow, daily logs and environmental monitoring procedures in conjunction with quality.
• Work closely with R&D Teams on the development and scale up of new compounded sterile preparations.
• Follow all safety, USP, BOP, and internal guidelines for the preparation of compounded medications.
• Maintain a safety-first mindset and ensure precautions are taken in all compounding activities in accordance with USP 797 including when working with hazardous chemicals in accordance with USP <800> and applicable laws
• When required, wear all personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Coordinate with the Pharmacist-in-charge (PIC), Sterile Compounding Manager, Pharmacist, and/or Lead Sterile Compounding Pharmacist for personnel, quality, compliance and regulatory matters.
• Willingness to complete external training as required

You Have:

• Pharmacist experience with experience in sterile compounding preferably compounding from nonsterile starting components.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) or Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.
• Active Pharmacist License in State of employment (AZ)
• Proficiency in USP 797 and 800 requirements and best practices.
• Current knowledge of state and federal pharmacy laws, rules and regulations related to the practice of pharmacy
• Ability to work flexible shift times
• Proficiency in Windows based computer systems
• Must be able to undergo respirator fit testing - Full beards or a lot of facial hair may prevent a proper seal for the respirator
• Must be a knowledgeable and empathetic leader to in-person pharmacist and technician teams
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Pharmacists will work in a variety of positions and locations such as sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking; for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to wear required compounding safety equipment for long periods of time when required.
• Maintain all security and privacy rules regarding the use and handling of protected health information (PHI) in compliance with federal and state HIPAA regulations
• Follow all state and pharmacy regulations and rules as designated by the required State Board of Pharmacy and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment as mandated by the FDA’s rules and regulations

Preferred:

• Experience compounding from non-sterile starting components.
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems and compounding workflow software.

Our Benefits (there are more but here are some highlights):

• Competitive salary & comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision

Conditions of Employment:

• This position will require working with Hazardous Drugs (HD) and would require that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) be worn for the length of working with these drugs. These items would include gloves, respiratory protection, gown and other items as required.
• This position requires medical approval to wear respiratory protection in the form of negative or positive pressure respirators, including N95, full face respirator, SCBA, or Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR).
• Physical exertion required. Including, but not limited to, walking up to 50% of the time, standing up to 100% of the time, squatting and bending up to 20% of the time and lifting up to 80% of the time for up to a twelve hour shift. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Due to the risk of reproductive capability in handling or compounding certain Hazardous Drugs (HD) associates must be willing to confirm that they understand the potential risks (teratogenicity, carcinogenicity and reproductive effects) of handling hazardous drugs.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and prioritizes ethics, wellness, and a strong sense of belonging. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply—even if you're not sure if your background or experience is a perfect match.

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