Pharmacist-Compounding/CIRP

Job Description

Organizational Summary:

The Taneja College of Pharmacy is managed by the Dean and an actively engaged administrative leadership team. The Taneja College of Pharmacy has developed a Doctor of Pharmacy program at USF Health that will create an academic and clinical learning environment known for producing outstanding pharmacist clinicians trained in advanced principles to provide exceptional patient-centered care.


Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Manager, the Compounding Pharmacist prepares individualized medication formulations in accordance with patient-specific needs, prescriptions, and regulatory guidelines. Employee will work in the Morsani clinic on North campus.

This is a temporary position per-diem or as needed.

Responsibilities

• Specialty Services: Compounds and dispenses prescribed medications (including sterile and hazardous substances), drugs and other pharmaceuticals for patient care.
• Compounding: Evaluate prescriptions for clinical accuracy, stability, compatibility, and dosing appropriateness. Precisely mix and prepare medications according to prescribed formulations, adhering to proper techniques and regulations. May also be involved in research and development of new formulations.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control measures throughout the compounding process to ensure medication accuracy, stability, and safety.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all compounding procedures, ingredients used, and relevant patient information.
• Inventory Management: Maintain a current inventory of compounding ingredients, equipment, and supplies.
• Compliance: Adhere to all relevant regulations and standards, including USP <795> , <797> , and <800> , as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Training: Train and supervise pharmacy technicians (if applicable) in compounding procedures and safety protocols.
• Safety: Ensure a safe and clean compounding environment, utilizing proper safety precautions and personal protective equipment as required by USP standards.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve issues related to compounding, such as drug interactions or material shortages.

Competencies and Skills:

• Accuracy
• Adaptability
• Administering Medication
• Analyzing Information
• Collaboration and Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and pharmacy staff
• Continual Learning
• Dependability
• Detail Orientation
• Displaying a Positive Outlook
• Judgement
• Legal Compliance
• Managing Processes
• Mathematical Proficiency and Familiarity with pharmaceutical calculations and formulation techniques
• Multitasking
• Organizational Skills
• Pharmacology
• Prioritizing Tasks
• Problem Solving
• Productivity
• Quality Focus
• Supply Management
• Stress Management
• Teamwork
• Verbal Communication
• Working with Urgency, efficiency, and proficiency

Qualifications

Minimum:

Licensure as a pharmacist in accordance with Chapter 465, Florida Statues and one year of pharmacy experience.

Preferred:

• Pharm. D. degree
• Active Florida Pharmacy License
• Experience with compounding, especially in sterile environments
• Knowledge of compounding standards and regulations, including USP <795> , <797> , and <800>

Other:

• No pending felony charges or convictions for criminal offenses involving controlled substances
• This appointment requires pre-employment drug testing.

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at

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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.