Sterile Pharmacist (Night Shift)
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About the Role
We are seeking a Sterile Compounding Pharmacist to oversee sterile compounding operations within a modular cleanroom suite. In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert, ensuring compliance with USP , , and other applicable guidelines. You will supervise personnel and maintain the highest standards for compounding safety, quality, and compliance in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Night Shift: 6:00pm-6:30am, rotating 2-2-3-2 schedule. Role comes with a shift differential pay & equity.
Responsibilities
- Direct shift sterile compounding activities in compliance with USP 797 and USP 800.
- Maintain and enforce proper aseptic technique and cleanroom standards.
- Provide training and technical guidance to compounding and support personnel performing aseptic manipulations, pre-sterilization activities, visual inspection, labeling/packaging, materials/equipment preparation, and movement.
- Perform and accurately document compounding procedures, quality assurance/quality control checks of compounded sterile preparations.
- Review and approve materials prior to use in sterile compounding.
- Oversee use of equipment used in sterile compounding operations in conjunction with the maintenance team.
- Oversee cleanroom workflow, daily logs, and environmental monitoring procedures in conjunction with quality.
- Work closely with R&D Teams on the development and scale-up of new compounded sterile preparations.
- Follow all safety, USP, BOP, and internal guidelines for the preparation of compounded medications.
- Maintain a safety-first mindset and ensure precautions are taken in all compounding activities in accordance with USP 797, including when working with hazardous chemicals in accordance with USP 800 and applicable laws.
- Wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
- Coordinate with the Pharmacist-in-charge (PIC), Sterile Compounding Manager, Pharmacist, and/or Lead Sterile Compounding Pharmacist for personnel, quality, compliance, and regulatory matters.
- Willingness to complete external training as required.
- Maintain all security and privacy rules regarding the use and handling of protected health information (PHI) in compliance with federal and state HIPAA regulations.
- Follow all state and pharmacy regulations and rules as designated by the required State Board of Pharmacy and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment as mandated by the FDA’s rules and regulations.
Requirements
- Pharmacist experience with experience in sterile compounding, preferably compounding from non-sterile starting components.
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) or Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.
- Active Pharmacist License in the State of employment (OH).
- Proficiency in USP 797 and 800 requirements and best practices.
- Current knowledge of state and federal pharmacy laws, rules, and regulations related to the practice of pharmacy.
- Ability to work flexible shift times.
- Proficiency in Windows-based computer systems.
- Must be able to undergo respirator fit testing—full beards or a lot of facial hair may prevent a proper seal for the respirator.
- Must be a knowledgeable and empathetic leader to in-person pharmacist and technician teams.
- Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Pharmacists will work in a variety of positions and locations such as sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking for prolonged periods of time.
- Must be able to wear required compounding safety equipment for long periods of time when required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience compounding from non-sterile starting components.
- Familiarity with electronic documentation systems and compounding workflow software.
Benefits
Competitive salary & comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision.
Conditions of Employment
- This position will require working with Hazardous Drugs (HD) and would require that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) be worn for the length of working with these drugs. These items include gloves, respiratory protection, gown, and other items as required.
- This position requires medical approval to wear respiratory protection in the form of negative or positive pressure respirators, including N95, full face respirator, SCBA, or Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR).
- Physical exertion required, including but not limited to: walking up to 50% of the time, standing up to 100% of the time, squatting and bending up to 20% of the time, and lifting up to 80% of the time for up to a twelve-hour shift. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Due to the risk of reproductive capability in handling or compounding certain Hazardous Drugs (HD), associates must be willing to confirm that they understand the potential risks (teratogenicity, carcinogenicity, and reproductive effects) of handling hazardous drugs.