Compounding Pharmacist

Job Description:

Chewy Is Hiring Pharmacists with wages up to $71.25/hr!

Our Opportunity: 

Chewy is seeking Compounding Pharmacists to join our Pharmacy team in Louisville, KY. In this role you will be responsible for receiving customer orders, applying clinical knowledge to appropriateness of prescription orders, verification of processed orders, working jointly with other pharmacists and compounding pharmacy technicians to compound orders, and other duties as assigned. Are you ready to lead the pack? We look forward to speaking with you!

Why you’ll love working here: 

• Competitive benefits and personal and leadership development programs to support your career growth

• Employee 20% discount program at Chewy for all your pet needs

• We have a culture of belonging where you will feel valued for your skills and contributions and be recognized for your dedication and hard work.

• We'll empower you to build, grow, and unleash your full potential

What you’ll do: 

• Directly supervise compounding personnel

• Perform and accurately document compounding procedures, quality assurance/quality control checks, and release of compounded preparations

• Train and evaluate compounding personnel

• Use vital equipment such as computers, scanners, phones, or other technology devices as assigned.

• Receive and process customer and veterinarian orders.

• Calibrate, maintain, and use equipment to compound prescription orders and monitor the compounding environment

• Review and approve materials for use in compounding

• Answer questions/provide consultation.

• Follow all safety, USP, and internal guidelines for preparation of compounded medications.

• Exposure to chemicals used in the preparation of compounds.

• Follow safety precaution when working with hazardous chemical in accordance with USP <800> and applicable laws

• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills

• Must display excellent problem-solving skills

• When required, wear all personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Must have knowledge of basic principles, theories and laws, policies and procedures that pertain to compounding- specifically USP <795>, <800>, other USP general chapters, and best compounding practices

• Ability to understand and adhere to all organizational standard operating procedures

• Willingness to complete external training as needed 

• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

• Must have at least a BS or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree

• Current Kentucky pharmacist license in good standing, as well as other states and credentials as required. 

• Compounding and/or laboratory experience strongly preferred but not required

• Strong math skills are vital

• Required to be capable to undergo respirator fit testing - Full beards or a lot of facial hair may prevent an accurate seal for the respirator

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment

• Capable of working with small, delicate pieces of expensive machinery to complete appropriate dosage forms in a timely manner

• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation and work in a variety of positions and locations such as sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking; for prolonged periods of time

• Wear required compounding safety equipment for extended periods of time when required.

• Required to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls 

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. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact CAAR@chewy.com.

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