Pharmacist (Compounding Pharmacy)

Gulf Breeze Apothecary; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Breeze Apothecary in Town of Florida, NY, seeks a highly skilled Pharmacist to join our compounding team, handling sterile and non-sterile preparations in accordance with USP <797> and <800> standards.

This role emphasizes accurate calculations, documentation, safety, and mentoring technicians, with adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations.

Applicants must hold PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy and an active Florida license and have experience in compounding.

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist license in Florida.
• In-depth experience with USP General Chapters <797> and <800> are essential.
• Experience in both sterile and non-sterile compounding.
• Ability to interpret prescription orders and ensure dosage accuracy and stability.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare non-sterile compounded medications per prescriptions and formulas.
• Prepare sterile compounded medications in a cleanroom following aseptic technique.
• Interpret and evaluate prescriptions for compounding accuracy and suitability.
• Perform calculations for weight/volume, concentrations, and beyond-use dating.
• Maintain accurate compounding records and material traceability.
• Ensure compliance with USP <797> and <800>, including facility and personnel controls.
• Clean and disinfect compounding areas and environments.
• Participate in environmental monitoring and corrective actions.
• Handle, store, and dispose of hazardous drugs per USP <800> and OSHA rules.
• Maintain inventory and proper storage of materials and supplies.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Train and mentor technicians on compounding techniques and compliance.
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local pharmacy laws.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Mentoring pharmacy technicians

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Pharmacist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in both non-sterile and sterile compounding, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding and practical application of USP General Chapters <797> (Pharmaceutical Compounding – Sterile Preparations) and <800> (Hazardous Drugs – Handling in Healthcare Settings). This role requires meticulous attention to detail, a commitment to patient safety, and adherence to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare a wide range of non-sterile compounded medications (e.g., creams, ointments, suspensions, capsules, suppositories) according to physician prescriptions and established formulas.
• Prepare sterile compounded medications (e.g., ophthalmic preparations, injectables, intravenous admixtures) in a cleanroom environment, ensuring aseptic technique and compliance with USP <797> standards.
• Accurately interpret and evaluate prescription orders for compounded medications, ensuring appropriateness of dosage, formulation, and stability.
• Perform all necessary calculations for compounding, including weight/volume measurements, concentration adjustments, and beyond-use dating.
• Maintain and document accurate compounding records, including formulation worksheets, raw material traceability, and quality control checks.
• Ensure strict adherence to USP <797> and USP <800> guidelines for all sterile and hazardous drug compounding processes, including facility design, environmental monitoring, personnel garbing, and engineering controls.
• Conduct routine cleaning and disinfection of compounding areas, including sterile environments (e.g., ISO Class 7 buffer areas, ISO Class 5 primary engineering controls).
• Participate in environmental monitoring programs, including viable and non-viable particulate sampling, and ensure corrective actions are taken as needed.
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of hazardous drugs in accordance with USP <800> requirements and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain inventory of raw materials, chemicals, and compounding supplies, ensuring proper storage conditions and expiration date management.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and calibration to ensure accurate and reliable compounding.
• Train and mentor pharmacy technicians and other support staff on compounding techniques and compliance standards.
• Adhere to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing pharmacy practice and compounding.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in compounding pharmacy
• Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy
• Current and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of Florida
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience with USP General Chapters <797> and <800> are essential.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills