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Compounding Pharmacy Assistant Jobs in Minnesota

Fairview Health Services

Student Pharmacist

Edina, MN · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Job Overview Provide clinical care to patients of the Southdale Infusion Center pharmacy. Assist ... Support inpatient workflows, including sterile compounding. Participate in multidisciplinary care ...

Mercy

Pharmacy Tech - Full Time - Mercy Lebanon

Anoka, MN · On-site

$17.75 - $21.75/hr

Enter and maintain accurate patient and medication information in EPIC and other pharmacy systems. * Assist with the preparation, compounding, packaging, and dispensing of medications. * Retrieve ...

Mercy

Pharmacy Technician - Mercy St Louis Lobby

Anoka, MN · On-site

$17.75 - $21.75/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 ...

Ridgeview

Pharmacy Tech

Waconia, MN · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Purpose of Job This position is responsible for assisting the Pharmacist with compounding and ... Job Functions * Assist pharmacist with medication filling and distribution of completed orders to ...

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What is the difference between Compounding Pharmacy Assistant vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectCompounding Pharmacy AssistantPharmacy Technician
CertificationsOften requires basic pharmacy assistant certificationRequires formal pharmacy technician certification or registration
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in compounding pharmacies, assisting with preparationIn retail or hospital pharmacies, dispensing medications and patient interactions
Job ResponsibilitiesAssists in compounding medications, preparing ingredients, maintaining suppliesDispenses prescriptions, manages inventory, interacts with patients

The main difference between a Compounding Pharmacy Assistant and a Pharmacy Technician lies in their roles and responsibilities. The assistant focuses on supporting compounding processes, while the technician handles broader pharmacy operations, including dispensing and patient service. Both roles require relevant certifications, but pharmacy technicians typically have more advanced training and responsibilities.

How to get a job at a compounding pharmacy assistant?

To become a compounding pharmacy assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience or training in pharmacy operations. Certification or on-the-job training in pharmacy procedures and compounding techniques can improve job prospects. Strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and familiarity with pharmacy software are also beneficial.

What is a compounding pharmacy assistant?

A compounding pharmacy assistant supports pharmacists in preparing customized medications by gathering ingredients, operating compounding equipment, and maintaining records. They work in a pharmacy environment that requires attention to detail, knowledge of pharmaceutical procedures, and adherence to safety protocols.

What qualifications do you need for a compounding pharmacy assistant?

A compounding pharmacy assistant typically needs a high school diploma or equivalent, along with on-the-job training or certification in pharmacy assisting. Knowledge of pharmacy operations, attention to detail, and familiarity with compounding procedures are important skills for the role.
Compounding Pharmacy Assistant jobs near you
Infographic showing various Compounding Pharmacy Assistant job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Student Pharmacist

Fairview Health Services

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 16 days ago

Fairview Health Services rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 250 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

128th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Overview

Provide clinical care to patients of the pharmacy. Assist the pharmacy manager in the operation and management of the pharmacy. Support pharmacists, provide indirect supervision for support staff, and ensure adherence to all policies and procedures.
Responsibilities

  • Provide patient counseling and prospective drug use evaluation.
  • Perform patient evaluations related to prescribed therapies; collect, analyze, and interpret data.
  • Monitor patient records for allergies, drug interactions, and therapy appropriateness.
  • Dispense medications accurately and in compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
  • Identify and resolve patient-specific medication-related problems.
  • Support medication safety and error management activities.
  • Ensure accurate and complete billing to payers.
  • Utilize pharmacy technologies to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Participate in team meetings and interdisciplinary discussions.
  • Maintain proficiency in pharmacy practice through ongoing education.
  • Demonstrate cultural competence and developmental sensitivity in patient care.
  • Retail Pharmacy Responsibilities: Insurance verification, prior authorizations, and third-party prescription issues. Process manual prescriptions (EZ-DME, Worker’s Compensation, breast pumps). Handle cash register transactions and customer service. Support scheduling, pharmacy software, and bookkeeping activities. Progression of Duties: Student pharmacists advance from operational support in Year 1, to clinical responsibilities and immunization responsibilities in Year 2, expanded clinical care with supervisory duties in Year 3, and full clinical integration with interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural competence, and mentoring in Year 4.
  • Hospital Pharmacy Responsibilities: Deliver medications and supplies to patient care areas. Support inpatient workflows, including sterile compounding. Participate in multidisciplinary care discussions with clinical teams. Greater emphasis on infusion therapies and direct patient monitoring. Progression of Duties: Student pharmacists in the hospital setting advance from immediate clinical care in Year 1, to deeper responsibilities in therapy modification and interdisciplinary collaboration in Year 2, expanded integration with counseling, medication safety, and cultural competence in Year 3, and full clinical integration with personalized medicine, advanced collaboration, and culturally responsive care in Year 4.


Required Qualifications

  • Enrolled as a student at an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy
  • Year-specific progression: Year 2: Completion of Year 1 pharmacy school required. Year 3: Completion of Year 2 pharmacy school required. Year 4: Completion of Year 3 pharmacy school required.
  • Excellent customer service skills, proficiency in English, problem-solving ability, adherence to policies and procedures, and competent mathematical skills
  • Active registration as a Pharmacy Intern with the MN State Board of Pharmacy Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous pharmacy experience (retail/hospital/infusion therapies)

Benefit Overview

Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.


Compensation Disclaimer

This position offers a flat rate within the specified compensation range. The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Furthermore, our organization values pay equity and includes considerations of internal team equity when extending any offers. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.


EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected statusQualifications:

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Fairview Health Services is an industry-leading, award-winning nonprofit that offers an entire network of healthcare services. Fairview is one part of M Health Fairview, a partnership between the University of Minnesota, M Physicians and Fairview Health Services. Together, we combine the University's deep history of clinical innovation and training with Fairview's extensive roots in community medicine. Our care portfolio includes community hospitals, academic hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, senior facilities, facilitated living centers, rehabilitation centers, home health care services, counseling, pharmacies and benefit management services.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

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