Sterile Pharmacist

Company Overview: Strive Pharmacy is a personalized compounding pharmacy built on a simple conviction: medicine should fit the patient, not the other way around. We started Strive because we believed the pharmaceutical industry was overdue for a more human approach—one that prioritizes individualized care, clinical nuance, and genuine partnership with patients and providers. Compounding gives us the tools to do that. Every formulation we prepare is built to the specific needs of a specific person, and every interaction we have is guided by that same commitment to personalized care. We're growing, and we're looking for people who share that conviction. If you're ready to be part of a pharmacy that takes the work seriously and the people even more seriously, we'd like to meet you.

About the role

Play a pivotal role in providing patient centered care by verifying patient specific prescriptions, validating compounded lots, and upholding compliance to USP guidelines. Ensure appropriate dosing and verify compounded medications while upholding quality control and compliance according to Strive Pharmacy Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Follow proprietary formulations to compound commercially unavailable prescriptions into the appropriate dosage form
• Performing calculations to ensure ingredients within a formula are measured and utilized properly
• Inspecting lots and providing visual verification for the sterile laboratory through use of software and photos
• Participate in regular audits and inspections
• Ensure the compounding lab is cleaned and maintained in accordance with procedures
• Maintenance, calibration and proper documentation of scales, electronic meters, etc.
• Routinely checks for outdated or soon to expire chemicals
• Coincide with the Sterile Manager for personnel, compliance, and regulatory matters
• Developing and evaluating standard operating procedures for the compounding lab and formulations
• Training and assessing pharmacy personnel
• Complete compounding continuous education responsibilities
• Understand and be familiar with cGMP guidance (21 CFR 211), 503B Guidance, USP 795, USP 800, USP 797, and cGMP FDA 503B Guidelines, and other documents as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science (BS) in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Degree
• Active FL Pharmacist license in good standing
• One year of sterile compounding experience is preferred
• Knowledge of USP 795, USP 800, USP 795 (cGMP FDA 503B Guidelines preferred)
• Understanding of medical terminology and pharmacy calculations
• Able to work efficiently in a timely manner
• Close attention to detail
• Standards for accuracy and potency must be consistently met
• Capable of working with small, delicate pieces of expensive equipment to complete appropriate dosage forms
• Capable of donning and wearing all protective wear as required by procedure for each area. This includes, but not limited to: mask, gloves, lab coat, coveralls, hairnet, safety goggles and shoe covers
• Knowledge of basic principles, theories, laws, policies and procedures that pertain to compounding and cGMP

Bonus Qualifications

• Board Certified Sterile Compounding Pharmacist
• Background in pharmacy production environments (503A or 503B)
• Experience in compounding
• Understanding of aseptic technique
• Able to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Effective knowledge of state and federal pharmacy laws, rules and regulations related to the practice of pharmacy

Benefits/Perks

• Employer-paid healthcare coverage, effective the 1st day of the following month of your hire date
• Free Strive compounded medications for employees based on a valid patient-specific prescription from a licensed healthcare provider
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• FSA and HSA options
• Parental leave
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Vision and dental insurance
• Veterinary insurance

Culture

We're committed to supporting the personal and professional growth of every employee, inside and outside the workplace.

EEO

Strive Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state or local laws.