Sterile Compounding Pharmacist (503A - Category 3)

Conversio Health•San Luis Obispo, CA

1d•$77 - $85•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Sterile Compounding Pharmacist to join our team in a Monday–Friday schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in advancing sterile compounding practices while working in a structured, team-oriented environment. The Sterile Compounding Pharmacist is responsible for the oversight and quality assurance of sterile compounding operations, ensuring compliance with USP 797, state regulations, and internal standards. This role provides supervision and direction to sterile compounding technicians, maintains accurate and complete documentation, and upholds cleanroom and aseptic practice requirements. The role is critical to ensuring patient safety, product integrity, and regulatory compliance while supporting the continued growth and scalability of sterile compounding operations.

Requirements

Active California Pharmacist license in good standing
Eligibility to serve as USP 797 Designated Person
Background in sterile compounding or the ability to quickly develop competency in sterile practices
Strong knowledge of USP 797 (including Category 3), or the ability to rapidly build this expertise
Proven ability to oversee and guide pharmacy technicians in a controlled environment
Familiarity with regulatory inspections, audits, or compliance readiness
Understanding of sterile compounding regulations and quality standards, with the ability to build advanced knowledge
Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance and documentation accuracy
Ability to assess risk, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions
Comfort working with and adapting to automated compounding technology
Demonstrated leadership and ability to develop team members
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and compliance

Responsibilities

Serve as the USP 797 Designated Person (DP), providing oversight of sterile compounding compliance
Oversee sterile compounding activities in accordance with USP 797 Category 3 requirements
Supervise, train, and mentor technicians in aseptic technique, gowning, and equipment use
Perform in-process checks of compounded sterile preparations, including accuracy, technique, labeling, and beyond-use dating
Identify and resolve discrepancies prior to final verification to maintain quality and compliance
Maintain adherence to SOPs and support audits, inspections, and corrective actions
Oversee environmental monitoring, media fill testing, and competency programs
Support operation, calibration, and maintenance of automated compounding equipment and cleanroom systems
Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready documentation
Monitor ISO-classified cleanroom environments, including environmental controls and contamination prevention
Uphold compliance with all sterile processing standards and safety protocols
Maintain accountability for patient safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance