Sterile Compounding Pharmacist
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Job Description
Our Opportunity
We are seeking Sterile Compounding Pharmacists to support high-volume compounding operations within a 503A pharmacy setting in Pittston, Pennsylvania. This role is responsible for overseeing sterile compounding activities, ensuring compliance with USP <795>, <797>, and <800>, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
The pharmacist will serve as a subject matter expert in sterile compounding, balancing clinical judgment, regulatory compliance, and production workflow oversight in a fast-paced environment. This position works collaboratively with pharmacists, technicians, quality, and leadership to ensure safe and effective compounded sterile preparations (CSPs).
What You’ll Do
Oversee daily sterile compounding operations within the cleanroom, ensuring compliance with USP <795>, <797>, USP <800>, and all relevant Board of Pharmacy regulations
Apply Clinical Judgment to Evaluate Compounded Preparations
- Perform and document sterile compounding procedures, including aseptic technique, environmental monitoring, and QA/QC checks
- Release compounded sterile preparations (CSPs) in accordance with regulatory and internal standards
Supervise and provide real-time direction to pharmacy technicians and support personnel during compounding operations
Train, assess, and maintain competency of compounding personnel (e. g., media fills, gloved fingertip testing, aseptic technique validation)
- Maintain and enforce proper cleanroom behavior, garbing, and aseptic practices
- Oversee cleanroom workflow, daily logs, and environmental monitoring programs in collaboration with quality personnel
- Review and approve all ingredients, supplies, and materials prior to use in compounding
- Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and use of compounding equipment
Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to support operational efficiency and compliance
Support process improvement initiatives to enhance workflow, throughput, and quality in a high-volume environment
- Ensure safe handling of hazardous drugs in accordance with USP <800> and applicable laws
- Maintain complete, accurate, and inspection-ready documentation in electronic and/or manual systems
- Adhere to all internal SOPs, regulatory requirements, and best practices for sterile compounding
- Other duties as assigned
What You’ll Need
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required
- Active Pennsylvania Pharmacist license (required)
- 2+ years experience in sterile compounding (required)
- Experience in high-volume sterile compounding environments strongly preferred
- Experience with Category 2 and Category 3 sterile compounding (preferred)
Strong Working Knowledge Of
- USP <795>
- USP <797>
- USP <800>
- Aseptic technique and cleanroom operations
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and guide compounding personnel in a fast-paced setting
- Strong understanding of pharmacy laws and regulations (state and federal)
- Experience with electronic documentation systems and compounding workflow software (preferred)
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and product quality
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across teams
- Willingness to complete ongoing training and competency assessments
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment requiring full garbing and PPE for extended periods
- Must be able to undergo respirator fit testing (facial hair may interfere with proper seal)
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform repetitive tasks
- Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to perform precise manipulations using small tools and equipment
- Frequent movement including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and kneeling
- Routine exposure to chemicals and hazardous drugs; strict adherence to safety protocols is required
Must be able to wear required compounding safety equipment (e. g., gown, gloves, respirator) for extended durations
Additional Expectations
- Ensure a clean, sanitary, and inspection-ready work environment at all times
- Support audit and inspection readiness (e. g., Boards of Pharmacy, PCAB, NABP VPP)
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Maintain personal hygiene and dress appropriate to meet USP standards.
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic.
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Key Responsibilities
The pharmacist will oversee daily sterile compounding operations in a cleanroom, ensuring strict compliance with USP standards and regulatory requirements. They are responsible for supervising pharmacy technicians, performing quality checks, and maintaining a safe, efficient production workflow.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree and an active Pennsylvania Pharmacist license. A minimum of 2 years of experience in sterile compounding is required, along with strong knowledge of USP 795, 797, and 800 guidelines.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% are remote, 52% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Pennsylvania index 97.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in Pennsylvania | 375 active | 10,301 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 22% remote · 52% no call · 52% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania Pharmacist listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment382 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pharmacy listings | 3,778 in the last 30 days | 3,272 the 30 days before (+15%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pharmacy pay trend | +2.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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