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Wedgewood Pharmacy
Chandler, Arizona

Staff Pharmacist – Compounding Pharmacy

PharmacistIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, we are dedicated to improving the lives of animals through customized medication and compassionate care. Every role in our organization contributes to helping pets live healthier, happier lives. We are a team driven by purpose, quality, and a shared commitment to animal health.

We are seeking a Staff Pharmacist to join our team. In this role, you will help ensure the safe, accurate, and timely preparation and dispensing of compounded medications that improve the lives of pets nationwide. You'll collaborate with pharmacy technicians and operational teams to maintain the highest standards of quality, compliance, and patient care.

  • The Basics
  • Location: Chandler, AZ
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Compensation: $70/hr

Schedule

Shifts are based on business needs and may vary. Pharmacists support operations across multiple schedules, including weekdays and weekends.

  • Morning Shift: As early as 5:00 AM
  • Evening Shift: Until 10:00 PM
  • Weekend Hours: Between 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company contribution, company-paid life and disability insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and more.

How You'll Make an Impact

  • Supervise pharmacy technicians engaged in compounding, filling, labeling, and preparing prescriptions.
  • Review and verify prescriptions for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
  • Communicate with prescribers regarding prescription clarifications, refill authorizations, and patient-specific needs.
  • Ensure compounded medications meet quality, potency, and pharmaceutical standards.
  • Maintain compliance with USP guidelines, Board of Pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
  • Support a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by pharmacy leadership.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
  • Active Arizona Pharmacist license or ability to obtain Arizona licensure.
  • Knowledge of non-sterile and sterile compounding principles and practices.
  • Strong understanding of pharmacy laws, regulations, and quality standards.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
  • What You'll Love About Wedgewood
  • Competitive compensation with shift differential and sign-on bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package and retirement savings program
  • Opportunities for growth and career development
  • A supportive, team-first culture where your expertise makes a difference
  • The ability to make a real impact on animal health every day
  • A company committed to promoting from within and investing in employee success

Why We Do What We Do

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, your work has purpose. Every prescription you help prepare, support, or deliver contributes to improving the health and well-being of animals. We are passionate about what we do and proud to build a workplace where people feel supported, included, and valued.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise pharmacy technicians in the preparation and dispensing of compounded medications for animals. Ensure all prescriptions meet quality, potency, and regulatory standards while collaborating with prescribers for clarifications.

Requirements

Requires a BS in Pharmacy or a PharmD degree and an active Arizona Pharmacist license. Candidates must have knowledge of sterile and non-sterile compounding principles and pharmacy regulations.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Prescription VerificationPharmacy LawStaff SupervisionAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 43 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 49% are remote, 51% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$146k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $145k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Staff Pharmacist – Compounding Pharmacy at Wedgewood Pharmacy a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pharmacy — ranked against 10,330 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
41% this job
Relocation assistance
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.1
Better work-life than 90% of Pharmacy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 10,330 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Living in Chandler

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$472k
Typical market rent
$1,868/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Wedgewood Pharmacy

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Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company contribution
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Career growth opportunities
Shift differential
Sign-on bonus opportunities