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Compounding Assistant Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Pharmacist

Maryland Heights, MO ยท On-site

$72.11 - $79.33/hr

Work as a lead pharmacist primarily in the cleanroom. * Assist with the development and implementation of SOPs and processes. * Ensure compliance with pharmacy compounding guidelines for both sterile ...

MO ยท On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Core Responsibilities Work Product Creation, Project Management, Coordination with Team Members * Assist with certification and testing of sterile compounding environments (USP , USP , and related ...

Administrative Assistant

Hazelwood, MO ยท On-site

$24.66 - $34.53/hr

Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound ... Executive Assistant as well as prepare necessary reports, presentations and information as ...

Administrative Assistant

Hazelwood, MO ยท On-site

$24.66 - $34.53/hr

Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound ... Executive Assistant as well as prepare necessary reports, presentations and information as ...

Pharmacy Technician - PRN - Nursing Student

Lebanon, MO ยท On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

The Pharmacy Technician II assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and ...

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How much do compounding assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for compounding assistant in Missouri is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $20.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a compounding assistant?

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 does a compounding assistant do?

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 skills and qualifications are needed to be a compounding assistant?

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.

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 cities in Missouri are hiring for Compounding Assistant jobs?

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Infographic showing various Compounding Assistant job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,224 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Pharmacy Technician - IV Compounding

Employer Services USA

Saint Louis, MO โ€ข On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Description:PharmcareUSA is seeking an IV Compounding Pharmacy Technician!!
Pay is commensurate with experience in LTCMedical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, FSA/ HSA, Paid time off and Holidays available for full time employees.Candidate must be certified as a pharmacy technician in the state in which they will be working, and available to work Full Time, including weekends.

Essential Functions:

  • Assist Pharmacist with input (when appropriate), filling and dispensing of all prescriptions
  • Perform all filling and / or IV compounding of prescriptions with accuracy and reasonable speed
  • Fill prescriptions per rules and regulations of all regulatory entities
  • Answer telephone calls, assist caller when appropriate, or enlist Pharmacist to assist if appropriate
  • Prepare medications to be delivered to facility per delivery schedule
  • Assist any walk-in customers or direct to appropriate department
  • Assist with ordering of medications from wholesaler along with proper inventory management
  • Assist with Medication Returns and E-Kit management
  • Maintain Pharmacy Technician License/Certification
  • Will comply with all Corporate Initiatives and utilize provided tools/resources as appropriate
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements:

Job Specifications:

  • Critical Evaluation
  • Communication
  • Relationship Management
  • Ethical Practice
  • Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PPT
  • Excellent communication and organization skills

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 
  • Must be able to constantly operate a computer and other office equipment such as calculators, copy machines and printers up to 100% of the time;
  • Regularly required to talk and hear in order to communicate effectively over the phone and in person;
  • Must be able to see 100% of the time to recognize medications, detect inaccuracies, and observe the work of others with or without correction;
  • This position is very active and requires standing for long periods, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching and stooping;
  • Must be able to lift and/or transport materials weighing up to 25 pounds, up to 10% of the time;
  • Must be able to tolerate normal office/pharmacy environment and exposure to various medications

PharmcareUSA is a national, closed- door, long term care pharmacy business with locations in multiple states. We are privately owned and continue to grow each year, providing daily deliveries to nursing and assisted living facilities as well as hospice residents. We are passionate about what we do and are looking for staff with the same attribute. Here at PharmcareUSA we strive to take care of our own staff as well as the customers we serve.