How much does a Compounding Pharmacist make in the United States? The average Compounding Pharmacist salary in the United States is $138,444 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $130,442 and $147,460. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Compounding Pharmacist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Compounding Pharmacist Salary $123,157 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Compounding Pharmacist Salary $130,442 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Compounding Pharmacist Salary $138,444 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Compounding Pharmacist Salary $147,460 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Compounding Pharmacist Salary $155,669 US March 26, 2024
25% $130,442 10% $123,157 90% $155,669 75% $147,460 $138,444 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Compounding Pharmacist ?

Pharmaceutical compounding (done in compounding pharmacies) is the creation of a particular pharmaceutical product to fit the unique need of a patient. To do this, compounding pharmacists combine or process appropriate ingredients using various tools. This may be done for medically necessary reasons, such as to change the form of the medication from a solid pill to a liquid, to avoid a non-essential ingredient that the patient is allergic to, or to obtain the exact dose(s) needed or deemed best of particular active pharmaceutical ingredient(s). It may also be done for more optional reasons,...

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Westchester Compounding Pharmacy - Eastchester , NY
Job Description Job Description Staff Pharmacist Salary: Hourly & based on experience Description/Job Responsibilities: The Sterile Compounding Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring the proper dispensing, review, and verification of prescribed medications within regulatory guidelines and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The Sterile Compounding Pharmacist also provides pharmacy counseling services to patients regarding the effective usage of medications and awareness with drug interactions. ● Serves patients by preparing medications, giving pharmacological information to multidisciplinary health care team, and monitoring patient drug therapies ● Accurately performs final verification of large volumes of prescription orders ● Prepares compounded medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders ● Dispenses medication by compounding, packing and labeling pharmaceuticals ● Manages pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians workflow, veri
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The Goodkind Group, LLC - New York , NY
Title: IV Pharmacy Manager – Far Rockaway, NY - $140,000 per year – Job Summary: IV Pharmacy Manager - needed for a medical facility in Far Rockaway, NY. This position is full-time (Dayshift). Qualified applicants will possess 2-3 years of oncology infusion experience, Doctor of pharmacy Degree and BCSCP (Board Certified Sterile Compounding Pharmacist) and current license and registration issued in NYS. Oversee pharmacist, technician, and pharmacy intern activities regarding the preparation of compounded sterile products and hazardous drugs in accordance with established policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring all sterile compounding rooms, devices, supplies, and personnel are compliant with USP Chapter <797> and USP Chapter <800> regulations as well as any applicable state Board of Pharmacy regulations. Responsible for ensuring safety in the compounding and dispensing of chemotherapy, maintaining an adequate supply of medications, minimizing drug waste, minimizing unnecessar
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CAROLINA COMPOUND LLC - Charlotte , NC
Job Description Job Description Experienced Compounding Pharmacist Carolina Compounding & Nutritional Pharmacy is seeking a motivated, professional individual to fill the role of Pharmacist. The applicant would preferably have at least three years experience as a Pharmacist in a compounding pharmacy. A mature, professional individual is required to assume a position in the lab while working with other pharmacy personal. More details are as follows: General Definition The purpose of the Compounding Pharmacist is to oversee the activities in the Compounding Lab, grow the business and see that all legal and regulatory requirements are met. General Responsibilities Maintain all legally required logs, cleaning and testing requirements. Communicate with patients to obtain payment for prescription claims; Participate and oversee compounding of oral solutions, ointments, and creams; Prepackage bulk medications; Maintain an awareness of developments in the community and pharmaceutical fields th
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A-Line Staffing Solutions - Katy , TX
Job Description Job Description A-Line Staffing Solutions is looking to hire a Compounding Pharmacist with a major healthcare company. Starting ASAP!! If this the position for you, apply to Andrew at ademoss@alinestaffing.com for immediate consideration!!! Compounding Pharmacist Location: Katy, TX **This is a Part-Time position** Compounding Pharmacist Compensation: $55.00 - $60.00 p/hr - Compounding Pharmacist Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm or even 9:00am-2:00pm 3 days/wk What does the Compounding Pharmacist do? 300 fills on a daily basis with over 100 patients walk in the rest are shipped High volume filling Compounding Pharmacist Qualifications/Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required Bilingual (English and Spanish strongly preferred) Sterile compounding Compounding experience 1-2 years’ experience (min)
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The Goodkind Group Llc - New York , NY
Title: IV Pharmacy Manager Far Rockaway, NY - $140,000 per year Job Summary: IV Pharmacy Manager - needed for a medical facility in Far Rockaway, NY. This position is full-time (Dayshift). Qualified applicants will possess 2-3 years of oncology infusion experience, Doctor of pharmacy Degree and BCSCP (Board Certified Sterile Compounding Pharmacist) and current license and registration issued in NYS. Oversee pharmacist, technician, and pharmacy intern activities regarding the preparation of compounded sterile products and hazardous drugs in accordance with established policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring all sterile compounding rooms, devices, supplies, and personnel are compliant with USP Chapter <797> and USP Chapter <800> regulations as well as any applicable state Board of Pharmacy regulations. Responsible for ensuring safety in the compounding and dispensing of chemotherapy, maintaining an adequate supply of medications, minimizing drug waste, minimizing unnecessary ex
- 1 day ago
The Goodkind Group - Far Rockaway , NY
Job Description Job Description IV Pharmacy Manager - needed for a medical facility in Far Rockaway, NY. This position is full-time (Dayshift). Qualified applicants will possess 2-3 years of oncology infusion experience, Doctor of pharmacy Degree and BCSCP (Board Certified Sterile Compounding Pharmacist) and current license and registration issued in NYS. Title: IV Pharmacy Manager –Chemo/Oncology Oversee pharmacist, technician, and pharmacy intern activities regarding the preparation of compounded sterile products and hazardous drugs in accordance with established policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring all sterile compounding rooms, devices, supplies, and personnel are compliant with USP Chapter <797> and USP Chapter <800> regulations as well as any applicable state Board of Pharmacy regulations. Responsible for ensuring safety in the compounding and dispensing of chemotherapy, maintaining an adequate supply of medications, minimizing drug waste, minimizing unnecessary expo
- 2 days ago

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