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Hy-Vee, Inc.

Pharmacy Clerk

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Health Wellness Home, Store Operations and Perishables ... There is an occasional exposure to dangerous chemicals/solvents while compounding products and ...

HyVee

Pharmacy Clerk

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Health Wellness Home, Store Operations and Perishables ... There is an occasional exposure to dangerous chemicals/solvents while compounding products and ...

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How much do compounding assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for compounding assistant in Kansas is $17.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.38 and $19.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Compounding Assistants?

Compounding Assistants are pharmacy support staff who help pharmacists prepare customized medications for patients. Their duties often include measuring, mixing, and labeling ingredients under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. They ensure that compounded medications meet quality and safety standards, and may also assist with inventory management and equipment cleaning. Compounding Assistants play a vital role in delivering personalized medicine, especially for patients who require non-standard dosages or formulations.

What are some common daily tasks a Compounding Assistant performs, and how do they support the pharmacy team?

Compounding Assistants are responsible for preparing and measuring ingredients for customized medications under the supervision of a pharmacist. Their daily tasks often include weighing and mixing compounds, labeling containers, maintaining a clean work environment, and managing inventory of raw materials. By handling these preparatory steps, they help pharmacists focus on verifying prescriptions and ensuring patient safety. Compounding Assistants also assist with documentation and may collaborate closely with pharmacy technicians and pharmacists to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

What is the difference between Compounding Assistant vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectCompounding AssistantPharmacy Technician
CertificationsOften requires compounding-specific training, but not always certifiedTypically requires state certification or registration
Work EnvironmentCompounding labs, pharmacies, healthcare facilitiesRetail or hospital pharmacies, healthcare settings
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing compounded medications, assisting pharmacistsDispensing medications, managing inventory, customer service

While both roles support pharmacy operations, a Compounding Assistant focuses on preparing customized medications, whereas a Pharmacy Technician handles broader pharmacy tasks. The roles often overlap in work environment and required certifications, but their primary responsibilities differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Compounding Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Compounding Assistant, you need a solid understanding of pharmaceutical principles, precise measurement skills, and often a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring pharmacy technician certification. Familiarity with compounding equipment, safety protocols, and inventory management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure accurate medication preparation, safety compliance, and efficient support of pharmacists in providing tailored patient care.
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Infographic showing various Compounding Assistant job openings in Kansas as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,393 per year, or $17 per hour.
Pharmacy Student Intern 2 (P3 & P4) - Pharmacy - PRN

Pharmacy Student Intern 2 (P3 & P4) - Pharmacy - PRN

Stormont Vail Health

Topeka, KS • On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Per diem, Internship

Re-posted 4 days ago

Stormont Vail Health rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

746th of 886 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Position Status:
Shift:
First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)
Hours per week:
0
Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview
Supports Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacists in medication preparation and distribution activities. Assists Pharmacists with judgmental clinical work appropriate for academic experience achieved. Will provide services to patients from birth to death.
Education Qualifications
  • Accepted and enrolled as a P3 or P4 (Pharmacy School Year 3 or Year 4) at an accredited school of pharmacy. Required

Experience Qualifications
  • 2 years Completion of pharmacy school year 1 and year 2 will satisfy all work requirements. Required

Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis. (Required proficiency)
  • Skills with spreadsheets, word processing, internet/e-mail, database software, contact management. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications
  • Must obtain Pharmacy Student Intern registration with the Kansas State Board of Pharmacy.

What you will do
  • Properly use dispensing and bar coding technology to ensure accurate medication selection, stocking, and order fulfillment for all inpatient and clinic orders, batch fills and automated re-stocks.
  • Manipulate and re-package hazardous and non-hazardous dosage forms following procedure.
  • Specialized training & competency in hazardous and non-hazardous sterile compounding.
  • Provide support to pharmacists by answering telephone calls and responding to medication messages. Will include research of advanced clinical questions and drug information and drug compatibility questions. Student will be expected to function independently in in this support role.
  • Will undertake advanced clinical functions under pharmacist supervision up to level of education including but not limited to: • Renal dosing of medications • Administration of vaccines • Dosing of antibiotics (vancomycin, aminoglycosides) • Performing patient medication histories • Assisting pharmacists in the emergency medicine department • Provide patient education
  • Assist in maintaining environmental quality of Pharmacy per Infection Control standards.
  • Assist in the planning, implementation and process management of technological initiatives and pharmacy workflow improvements.

Required for All Jobs
  • Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options
  • Position is Not Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines
  • Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
  • Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
  • Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
  • Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
  • Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability
  • On-Site; No Remote

Scope
  • No Supervisory Responsibility
  • No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 20 lbs
  • Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 10 lbs
  • Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 10 lbs
  • Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 10 lbs
  • Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 10 lbs
  • Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours
  • Standing: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
  • Talking: Continuously greater than 5 hours
  • Walking: Continuously greater than 5 hours

Physical Demand Comments:
Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and the ability to identify and distinguish colors is essential.
Working Conditions
  • Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Noise/Sounds: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour
  • Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
  • Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.

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