Sterile Compounding Coordinator

St. Francis Medical Center; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Earned Time Off (ETO)

Retirement benefits

Education assistance

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System seeks a Sterile Compounding Coordinator to lead the health system’s sterile compounding program across locations, ensuring compliance with USP standards and regulatory requirements. The role oversees IV-room workflow, cleanroom practices, environmental monitoring, training, and quality assurance.

The coordinator serves as the department expert, guiding pharmacists and technicians, and collaborates with Pharmacy leadership, Quality, Infection Prevention,

Qualifications

• Unrestricted pharmacist licensure in Missouri required upon hire.
• Additional pharmacist licensure must be obtained if responsibilities extend to another state.
• Minimum of three (3) years of hospital pharmacy experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of sterile compounding experience in an acute care or health system setting.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the sterile compounding program across locations, cleanrooms, shifts, and service lines.
• Lead the quality management system for compounded sterile preparations and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Direct operational standards for IV-room workflow, cleanroom practices, environmental monitoring, training, documentation, and quality assurance.
• Act as the department SME and collaborate with Pharmacy leadership, Quality, Infection Prevention, Facilities, IT, and other stakeholders to advance safety and regulatory readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Sterile compounding

Regulatory compliance

Hospital pharmacy

Education

B.S. in Pharmacy or PharmD

Doctor of Pharmacy preferred

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 <797>, USP <800>, 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 first of the month after hire date

• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount

• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility

• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching

• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation

• Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/.

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].