Non-Sterile Compounding Director of Compounding and PIC

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity:

Ready to take the lead in a place where precision meets purpose—and where the mountains are inspiring? Big Sky Specialty Compounding is looking for a dedicated, detail-loving, safety-driven Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) and Director of Compounding to guide our non-sterile compounding operations in beautiful Kalispell, Montana.

If you’re a pharmacist who thrives in a hands-on leadership role, values high-quality customized medications, and enjoys being part of a collaborative, mission-focused team, this position offers the chance to truly shine.

What You’ll Do

As our PIC, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a top-tier compounding operation. You will:

• Lead pharmacy operations with full responsibility for compliance, quality, and safety.
• Oversee and participate in preparing high-quality non-sterile compounded medications.
• Ensure strict adherence to USP <795> and USP <800> standards.
• Develop, implement, and monitor QA programs, training, documentation, audits, and equipment upkeep.
• Maintain strong safety protocols, including PPE use and hazardous drug handling.
• Review prescriptions for accuracy and clinical appropriateness.
• Mentor and support technicians and staff for optimal workflow and continuous improvement.
• Partner with clinicians, providers, and patients to support exceptional medication therapy outcomes.
• Troubleshoot, innovate, and think creatively to deliver outstanding compounding solutions.
• Bring adaptability, problem-solving, and a can-do attitude to daily operations.

What You Bring:

• PharmD or Bachelor of Pharmacy from an accredited institution.
• Active (or eligible) Montana pharmacist license.
• Experience in non-sterile compounding, including hazardous drug handling.
• Strong working knowledge of USP <795> and <800>.
• Leadership experience or prior PIC role strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, and team leadership skills.
• A self-driven mindset, Montana-style work ethic, and a positive, collaborative approach.
• A desire to manage the compounding pharmacy as if it were your own—with full support from our team.

Bonus Skills:

• Experience in compounding or specialty pharmacy settings.
• Familiarity with PK compounding software and QA systems.
• Proven training, coaching, and supervisory strengths.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Competitive salary (DOE)

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• PTO + 7 paid holidays
• Retirement plan with contributions
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Professional development & continuing education support
• Supportive, team-centered culture
• Brand-new, fully equipped compounding facility
• Flexible scheduling (4×10s, 5×8s, or somewhere in between)
• Weekends off
• Opportunities to shape workflows, innovate, and grow the business