Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Compounding Pharmacist to join our team. This role involves preparing and dispensing infusion medications, supporting clinical decision-making, and contributing to the growth and development of a small but dynamic pharmacy operation.

This position carries the title of Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) . While there are minimal immediate leadership responsibilities due to the current size of the team, this role is intended to grow into a more formal management position as the business scales. The ideal candidate is someone who is clinically sound, business-savvy, and open to evolving responsibilities.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay Range: $57–$70/hour

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Shelton, CT

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and dispense compounded sterile preparations
• Conduct thorough medication reviews and develop personalized care plans for infusion therapy patients.
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding medication administration, storage, and potential side effects.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and internal staff to ensure optimal medication therapy.
• Make clinically appropriate and financially informed decisions when prescriptions require pharmacist discretion.
• Handle insurance-related processes including prior authorizations and coordination with coverage providers.
• Monitor patient outcomes and communicate with prescribers to adjust therapy as necessary.
• Manage procurement, inventory, and storage of infusion medications and supplies.
• Maintain pharmacy compliance with regulatory standards and support ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in day-to-day pharmacy operations and support future team growth and training.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• PharmD or Bachelor’s of Pharmacy from an accredited institution.
• Current pharmacist license in good standing in the state of Connecticut.
• Demonstrated compounding experience , particularly with sterile products.
• Familiarity with prior authorization and insurance coordination processes.
• Ability to balance clinical and financial considerations when making therapy decisions.
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative in a growing, startup-like environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across functional teams.
• Interest in evolving into a formal leadership role as the pharmacy grows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with infusion medications or working in a compounding/infusion pharmacy setting.
• Knowledge of EHR systems and pharmacy management software.
• Certification in infusion therapy (e.g., CRNI, IgCN ) is a plus.
• Clinical background with experience in medication reviews or therapy monitoring.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing organization where you’ll play a key role in day-to-day operations and have a clear path toward leadership. If you’re looking for a role where your skills in compounding, clinical care, and operational thinking will be valued and developed, we encourage you to apply.

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