Sterile Compounding Coordinator

sfmc; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

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Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System in Missouri seeks a Sterile Compounding Coordinator to lead the program across locations, ensuring compliance with USP, Missouri Board of Pharmacy, The Joint Commission and policy. You will direct IV-room workflow, cleanroom practices, environmental monitoring, training, documentation, and quality assurance, and mentor pharmacists and technicians.

Collaborate with Pharmacy leadership, Quality, Infection Prevention, Facilities, and IT to advance safety and

Qualifications

• Three (3) years hospital pharmacy experience required
• Two (2) years sterile compounding experience in acute care or health system setting required
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, or project management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the sterile compounding program across locations, cleanrooms, shifts and service lines.
• Direct the quality management system for compounded sterile preparations to maintain compliance.
• Set operational standards for IV-room workflow, cleanroom practices, environmental monitoring, training and competency, documentation, and quality assurance.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Sterile Compounding Coordinator is accountable for leadership and oversight of the health care system's sterile compounding program across all assigned locations, cleanrooms, shifts, and applicable service lines. The role leads the quality management system for compounded sterile preparations, promotes safe and reliable medication preparation, and ensures sustained compliance with organizational, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.

The coordinator directs operational standards for IV-room workflow, cleanroom practices, environmental monitoring, training and competency, technology, documentation, and quality assurance in accordance with USP , USP , Missouri Board of Pharmacy requirements, The Joint Commission, other applicable accrediting bodies, and organizational policy.

The coordinator serves as the department's subject matter expert and provides functional direction to pharmacists and pharmacy technicians engaged in sterile compounding. The role collaborates with Pharmacy leadership, Quality, Infection Prevention, Facilities, Environmental Services, Occupational Health, Nursing, Information Technology, and other stakeholders to advance safety, performance, and continuous regulatory readiness.

JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS

Time Type: Full Time, 80 hours per two-week pay period, with benefits

Typical Hours: Day Shift

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited school or college of pharmacy- required
• Doctor of Pharmacy degree- preferred

License/Certification:

• Unrestricted pharmacist licensure in Missouri required upon hire. Additional pharmacist licensure must be obtained and maintained within the timeframe established by Pharmacy leadership when responsibilities extend to another state- required

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of hospital pharmacy experience- required
• Minimum of two (2) years of sterile compounding experience in an acute care or health system setting- required
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, or project management experience. Demonstrated leadership of a sterile compounding, quality, regulatory, operational, or project portfolio, including the ability to direct work, influence interdisciplinary stakeholders, and sustain corrective actions; formal supervisory experience- preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Why Work at Saint Francis?

Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12-bed hospital has grown into the region's leading healthcare system-recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.

Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306-bed Medical Center , nearly 3,000 team members , and over 300 providers , Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis-it's a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

You'll find more than 50 specialties , the region's only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center , and southeast Missouri's first Level III NICU . The system's employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area's primary care providers.

A Mission That Matters

At Saint Francis, you're not just doing a job - you're part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.

Mission

To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

Vision

To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.

Values You Can Feel Every Day

• Integrity: Doing what's right, even when no one is watching
• Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future
• Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
• Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged
• Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
• Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes
• Excellence: Always striving to be the best
• Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end

If You're Looking to Make a True Impact...

Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

Total Rewards

Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.

Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the