Sterile Compounding Pharmacist

Frederick Fox LLC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 75,768,000 - 103,320,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick Fox LLC in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Staff Pharmacist - Sterile Compounding to verify and dispense sterile and non-sterile compounded medications and oversee sterile operations per USP guidelines. This role reports to the PIC and requires an active AZ pharmacist license.

You will maintain compliance, train staff, manage records, support audits, handle prescription management by phone, and work in a closed-door setting.

Qualifications

• Active Arizona pharmacist license (R.Ph. or PharmD) required.
• Experience with sterile compounding essential.
• Ability to work in a closed-door pharmacy and communicate by phone.

Responsibilities

• Verify and safely dispense sterile and non-sterile compounded medications as prescribed.
• Oversee sterile compounding operations per USP guidelines and standards.
• Maintain compliant records and procedures for sterile activities.
• Champion safety and risk management to protect patients and staff.
• Ensure equipment maintenance, calibration, and proper storage/disposal of hazardous materials.
• Communicate with patients and providers by phone regarding prescriptions.
• Support pharmacy audits and inspections.

Skills

Pharmacist license

Sterile compounding

Work authorization

Safety/risk management

PPE protocol

Job description

Position Summary:

The Staff Pharmacist - Sterile Compounding is responsible for verifying and safely dispensing sterile and non-sterile compounded medications and overseeing sterile compounding operations in compliance with USP guidelines, working in collaboration with the pharmacy team and reporting to the PIC.

• Requires an active Arizona pharmacist license (R.Ph. or PharmD).
• This is a closed-door pharmacy; all patient and provider communication is handled by phone.

Responsibilities:

• Verify and safely dispense sterile and non-sterile compounded medications as prescribed.
• Oversee sterile compounding operations in compliance with USP guidelines and applicable state, federal, and industry standards.
• Ensure protocols, operating procedures, and records for sterile compounding activities are complete and compliant.
• Champion safety and risk management, enforcing policies and procedures to protect our patients and staff.
• Ensure all compounding equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and up to date per standard regulations.
• Communicate with patients and providers by phone regarding prescription management as needed.
• Support regular pharmacy audits and inspections.
• Oversee proper chemical, expired drug, and hazardous waste storage and disposal in a compliant manner.
• Maintain appropriate sterile training and certifications.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Licensed with the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy (additional state licenses preferred).
• Sterile compounding experience.
• Willing to undergo a background check and drug testing in advance of employment.
• Must be capable of using the appropriate personal protective equipment as required per procedure and medication handled.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Comfortable with regularly working in the lab, gowned up, with all proper PPE.
• Routine training required.
• Full-time, hourly position.