Pharmacist - Compounding Specialist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Continuing education

Collaborative environment

Specialize in compounding

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, seeks a skilled Pharmacist specializing in compounding to join a patient-centered practice. You will prepare customized medications, including sterile and non-sterile formulations, and collaborate with physicians to tailor therapies.

The role requires registration to practice in South Africa and at least three years of compounding experience. You will maintain rigorous records, ensure safety, manage inventory, and support continuing education in a

Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist with a current SA license.
• Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical compounding experience.
• Thorough understanding of USP guidelines and compounding standards.

Responsibilities

• Compound customized medications according to prescriptions and formulations.
• Ensure accurate dosage calculations and precise preparation techniques.
• Prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds following guidelines.
• Maintain detailed records of ingredients, dates and lot numbers.
• Advise patients and physicians on use, storage and potential effects.
• Manage inventory of specialized compounding ingredients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)

Tools

Compounding equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Pharmacist with a specialization in compounding to join their innovative pharmacy practice in Kimberley . This unique role focuses on preparing customized medications tailored to the specific needs of individual patients, often involving complex formulations and sterile preparations. You will work closely with physicians and patients to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes, adhering to the highest standards of pharmaceutical care and regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist passionate about personalized medicine and dedicated to exceptional patient service.

Key Responsibilities

• Compound customized medications according to physician prescriptions and established formulations.
• Ensure accuracy and precision in dosage calculations, ingredient measurement, and preparation techniques.
• Prepare sterile non-hazardous and hazardous compounds following USP and guidelines.
• Maintain detailed records of all compounded preparations, including ingredients, dates, and lot numbers.
• Advise patients and healthcare providers on the appropriate use, storage, and potential side effects of compounded medications.
• Manage inventory of specialized ingredients and supplies for compounding operations.

Requirements

• Registered Pharmacist with a current license to practice in South Africa.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical compounding, preferably in a community or specialized pharmacy setting.
• Thorough understanding of USP , , and guidelines.
• Experience with sterile and non-sterile compounding techniques and equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and manual dexterity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient and physician interaction in Kimberley .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Paid continuing education and professional development support.
• A collaborative and patient-focused pharmacy environment.
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand area of pharmacy practice.