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Pharmacy Inspector

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

$136K/yr

... assist licensees in their efforts toward compliance; * various pharmacy settings, ie inpatient pharmacy, retail pharmacy, and compounding. Skills: * use common computer skills and use of various ...

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State of South Dakota

Pharmacy Inspector

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$65.60/hr

... assist licensees in their efforts toward compliance; * various pharmacy settings, ie inpatient pharmacy, retail pharmacy, and compounding. Skills: * use common computer skills and use of various ...

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HyVee

Registered Nurse

Yankton, SD

In this role, you'll assist with a wide range of pharmacy functions while applying your nursing ... There is occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including ...

PharMerica

Pharmacy Technician

Sioux Falls, SD

$17.50 - $21/hr

Prepare medications, including non-sterile compounding (liquids, powders, ointments, etc.). * Enter ... Communicate professionally with internal and external customers. * Assist with onboarding and ...

PharMerica

Pharmacy Technician

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

$17.50 - $21/hr

Prepare medications, including non-sterile compounding (liquids, powders, ointments, etc.). * Enter ... Communicate professionally with internal and external customers. * Assist with onboarding and ...

BrightSpring

Pharmacy Technician

Sioux Falls, SD

$17.50 - $21/hr

Prepare medications, including non-sterile compounding (liquids, powders, ointments, etc.). * Enter ... Communicate professionally with internal and external customers. * Assist with onboarding and ...

Hy-Vee Food Stores

Registered Nurse

Yankton, SD · On-site

In this role, you'll assist with a wide range of pharmacy functions while applying your nursing ... There is occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including ...

HyVee

Pharmacy Clerk

Sioux Falls, SD

$15 - $18.25/hr

In this role, you'll assist customers, stock and order supplies, handle cash transactions, and help ... There is occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including ...

HyVee

Pharmacy Clerk

Yankton, SD · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

In this role, you'll assist customers, stock and order supplies, handle cash transactions, and help ... There is occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including ...

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How much do compounding assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for compounding assistant in South Dakota is $19.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $21.39 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.

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Infographic showing various Compounding Assistant job openings in South Dakota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,685 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Certified Pharmacy Technician | Infusion Services

Rapid City, SD

Monument Health

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$21.58 - $24.80/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Current Employees:

If you are a current Monument Health employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career"icon on your homepage.

Primary Location

Rapid City, SD USA

Department

RCH Infusion Services

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Starting Pay Rate Range

$21.58 - $24.80

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

It starts with heart. That is what you will do each day. As a Certified Pharmacy Technician at Monument Health, you will be valued as an essential team member providing compassionate patient focused care. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and- most importantly- a life-changing career. You will make a difference. Every day.
As a Certified Pharmacy Tech, you are a critical part of providing pharmacy services to patients within the Monument Health system. Inpatient Pharmacy Technicians have a passion for helping others and do so by preparing sterile compounds, non-sterile compounds, packages, and appropriately labeling medication doses for distribution to patients and operating automated technology. The environment is exciting and challenging where no two days are the same. No matter what stage you are in your career, you can build a future with Monument Health.
Our vision at Monument Health is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. To do the right thing. Every time. If you share this philosophy, we hope you'll join us.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions:

  • Create an environment where responsiveness to patient and customer needs is a personal priority. Interact with staff, patients and the public in a courteous and respectful manner using appropriate verbal or written skills.
  • Restock unit dose medications, liquids and injectables; accurately fill controlled substances and file paperwork; receive orders, unpack supplies, assure items are bar coded and scannable, and place inventory into the appropriate location when relevant to hospital site.
  • Accurately pick medications from appropriate automated technology for replacement into Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADC) or distribution to another campus. Sort and restock/waste returned medications; restock code carts, emergency boxes, and ADCs; deliver medications in a timely manner; answer phones professionally and transfer calls appropriately.
  • Act as a positive member of the team. Assist in orienting new personnel; use time wisely; communicate pertinent information; work effectively with pharmacists, technicians and other hospital caregivers; work independently without direct supervision; assist other staff and exhibit an approachable, interactive demeanor.
  • Process and accurately dispose of all waste materials, including all levels of hazardous waste. Knowledgeable of appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and necessary action when receiving or manipulating hazardous medications or during hazardous spills.
  • Maintain ability to effectively navigate computer software, troubleshoot and report problems to prevent repetitive issues in the future.
  • Pass and maintain sterile compounding competencies and fingertip testing. Utilize proper sterile technique while performing sterile compounding preparation. Follow all deactivation, decontamination, cleaning and disinfecting procedures required by USP <800>.
  • Participate in department committees as assigned.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:

Within 30 days of hire:

Technician Registration - South Dakota Board of Pharmacy

Upon Hire:

Certification -Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) -Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) OR Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - National Healthcare Association (NHA)
Preferred:

Experience - 1+ years of Healthcare Experience; 1+ years of Pharmaceutical Experience; 1+ years of Retail Experience

Scheduling Requirements: Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Physical Requirements: Medium work - exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently (34-66% of the time), and or up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Job Category

Clinical Care

Job Family

Pharmacy

Shift

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

Employee Type

Regular
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