Our Opportunity:
We are seeking Sterile Compounding Pharmacists to support high-volume compounding operations within a 503A pharmacy setting in Pittston, Pennsylvania. This role is responsible for overseeing sterile compounding activities, ensuring compliance with USP < 795>, < 797>, and < 800>, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
The pharmacist will serve as a subject matter expert in sterile compounding, balancing clinical judgment, regulatory compliance, and production workflow oversight in a fast-paced environment. This position works collaboratively with pharmacists, technicians, quality, and leadership to ensure safe and effective compounded sterile preparations (CSPs).
What You'll Do:
- Oversee daily sterile compounding operations within the cleanroom, ensuring compliance with USP < 795>, < 797>, USP < 800>, and all relevant Board of Pharmacy regulations
- Apply clinical judgment to evaluate compounded preparations
- Perform and document sterile compounding procedures, including aseptic technique, environmental monitoring, and QA/QC checks
- Release compounded sterile preparations (CSPs) in accordance with regulatory and internal standards
- Supervise and provide real-time direction to pharmacy technicians and support personnel during compounding operations
- Train, assess, and maintain competency of compounding personnel (e.g., media fills, gloved fingertip testing, aseptic technique validation)
- Maintain and enforce proper cleanroom behavior, garbing, and aseptic practices
- Oversee cleanroom workflow, daily logs, and environmental monitoring programs in collaboration with quality personnel
- Review and approve all ingredients, supplies, and materials prior to use in compounding
- Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and use of compounding equipment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to support operational efficiency and compliance
- Support process improvement initiatives to enhance workflow, throughput, and quality in a high-volume environment
- Ensure safe handling of hazardous drugs in accordance with USP < 800> and applicable laws
- Maintain complete, accurate, and inspection-ready documentation in electronic and/or manual systems
- Adhere to all internal SOPs, regulatory requirements, and best practices for sterile compounding
- Other duties as assigned
What You'll Need:
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required
- Active Pennsylvania Pharmacist license (required)
- 2+ years experience in sterile compounding (required)
- Experience in high-volume sterile compounding environments strongly preferred
- Experience with Category 2 and Category 3 sterile compounding (preferred)
- Strong working knowledge of:
- USP < 795>
- USP < 797>
- USP < 800>
- Aseptic technique and cleanroom operations
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and guide compounding personnel in a fast-paced setting
- Strong understanding of pharmacy laws and regulations (state and federal)
- Experience with electronic documentation systems and compounding workflow software (preferred)
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and product quality
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across teams
- Willingness to complete ongoing training and competency assessments
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment requiring full garbing and PPE for extended periods
- Must be able to undergo respirator fit testing (facial hair may interfere with proper seal)
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform repetitive tasks
- Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to perform precise manipulations using small tools and equipment
- Frequent movement including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and kneeling
- Routine exposure to chemicals and hazardous drugs; strict adherence to safety protocols is required
- Must be able to wear required compounding safety equipment (e.g., gown, gloves, respirator) for extended durations
Additional Expectations:
- Ensure a clean, sanitary, and inspection-ready work environment at all times
- Support audit and inspection readiness (e.g., Boards of Pharmacy, PCAB, NABP VPP)
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Maintain personal hygiene and dress appropriate to meet USP standards.
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 [email protected].
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Skills Required
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
- Active Pennsylvania Pharmacist license
- At least 2 years of sterile compounding experience
- Experience in high-volume sterile compounding environments
- Experience with Category 2 and Category 3 sterile compounding
- Working knowledge of USP <795>, USP <797>, and USP <800>
- Knowledge of aseptic technique and cleanroom operations
- Ability to supervise and guide compounding personnel
- Understanding of state and federal pharmacy laws and regulations
- Experience with electronic documentation systems and compounding workflow software
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and product quality
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Willingness to complete ongoing training and competency assessments
- Ability to work in a cleanroom with full garbing and PPE for extended periods
- Ability to undergo respirator fit testing
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform repetitive tasks
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
- Ability to handle chemicals and hazardous drugs safely
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Chewy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
How does Chewy ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
Chewy approaches compensation through a total rewards strategy that combines salary, bonuses, equity opportunities, healthcare benefits, employee discounts, and career growth opportunities. The company emphasizes supporting employees across ecommerce, healthcare, pharmacy, customer service, technology, and fulfillment operations while competing for talent in both retail and tech markets.
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities: Chewy offers market-based compensation packages that may include salary, performance bonuses, commissions, and equity depending on role and level. Built In also notes benefits such as relocation assistance, employee discounts, and bonus opportunities across multiple teams and functions.
- Healthcare and wellness support: Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, disability coverage, telemedicine, mental health resources, and wellbeing programs. Chewy also offers wellness-focused resources designed to support employees physically, mentally, and financially.
- Retirement and financial wellbeing: Employees receive 401(k) plans with company matching along with financial wellness resources and broader support programs. Benefits are designed to support both short-term needs and long-term financial planning.
- Pet-focused and family-oriented benefits: Chewy offers pet insurance discounts, employee discounts on Chewy products, parental leave, fertility support, family-focused benefits, and caregiving resources. The company’s benefits package is closely aligned with its pet-focused identity and customer mission.
- Flexibility and workplace support: Corporate employees may have access to hybrid work arrangements, flexible scheduling, commuter benefits, PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing initiatives. Employees also cite supportive managers and collaborative teams as important parts of the broader employee value proposition.
- Long-term career investment: Compensation is reinforced through career growth opportunities, mentorship, leadership development, cross-functional learning, and exposure to large-scale ecommerce, automation, healthcare, and logistics initiatives. Employees often describe growth opportunities as an important part of the overall company experience.
- External signals: Comparably reports that 70% of employee reviews are positive overall. Employees frequently highlight healthcare benefits, employee discounts, coworkers, and growth opportunities as strengths of the company experience. (Glassdoor; Comparably)
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What We Do
Who We Are Chewy is where pet parents find everything they need for life with pets, from food to fun to pharmacy. We make pet care easier, more informed, and more joyful through fast, reliable delivery and award-winning 24/7 Customer Care, including access to pet health support when it’s needed. Founded in 2011, Chewy combines the convenience of online shopping with a high-touch, personalized experience built around the real moments of pet parenthood. Our Mission Chewy’s mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. What We Do We support pet parents through the highs, lows, and everyday moments of the pet parenting journey with: • Pet food, treats, and daily essentials • Supplies for dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, equine, and small pets • Pharmacy and veterinary services, including prescriptions and medications • Pet wellness and health products • Autoship for convenient recurring deliveries • Chewy+, our premium membership offering exclusive savings, faster delivery, and personalized pet care benefits • 24/7/365 customer support from knowledgeable, pet-loving experts What Makes Chewy Different Chewy is known for industry-leading service, deep personalization, and our customer-obsessed culture. We combine trust, convenience, and care, and pet parents come to us for: • Exceptional customer care • Human- and pet-centered product and experience design • Fast, dependable fulfillment across a nationwide operations network • A mission-driven culture built on empathy, trust, and passion for pets Our Culture Chewy’s culture is built for people who thrive on ownership, innovation, and impact. We value curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement across all our teams. We empower Team Members—our Chewtopians—to learn, grow, and unleash their full potential in a collaborative, supportive, mission-driven environment. How We Work Chewy’s Operating Principles guide how we think, innovate, collaborate, and execute. These principles shape our character, decision-making, and approach to delivering results while connecting our people and culture in support of our mission. • Put Customers First • Act as an Owner • Deliver Results • Earn Trust • Debate Openly; Commit Fully • Operate in the Details • Shape the Future Where We Work Chewy headquarters: Plantation, FL, and Boston, MA Additional hubs: Bellevue, WA, and Minneapolis, MN
Why Work With Us
Why You Should Work at Chewy Chewy is a unique, fast-growing e-commerce and tech leader where builders, creators, and problem-solvers shape the future of pet care. Our teams drive innovation in a mission-driven culture that creates real impact for pets and the people who love them.
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