Pharmacy Tech - Clinical Research (Newly Licensed - Encouraged to apply!)

Job Summary

With moderate oversight, the Pharmacy Technician I will assist in providing support of clinical investigational drug trials; provide accurate and efficient dispensing of medication and perform cross functional duties as required.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Monitors pharmacy activities daily to ensure adherence to study protocols and dispensing procedures.
• Prepare and dispense investigational drugs in accordance with the IRB-approved protocols under the supervision of the Pharmacist or site management.
• Assist Pharmacist or site management in preparing blinded study products.
• Ensure the appropriate storage of investigational drugs according to the protocol and FDA guidelines.
• Monitor temperature of pharmacy storage areas and alert Pharmacist or site management of any temperature excursions of study drug.
• Assists in ordering, receiving, unpacking and storing pharmaceuticals and supplies.
• Rotates stock to ensure use before expiration date.
• Monitors expiration date and supply of drug for clinical trials.
• Prepares medication for dispensing to patients enrolled in inpatient study protocols.
• Supports and ensures strictest adherence to best practices, FDA Code of Federal Regulations, ICH, GCP, CenExel standard operating procedures, site working practices, protocol, and company guidelines and policies.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skills

• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician required.
• Related experience preferred.
• Experience compounding and mixing IV medications.
• Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of medications and medical supplies.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Attention to detail.

Working Conditions

• Indoor, Clinic environment.
• Essential physical requirements include sitting, typing, standing, walking.
• Lightly active position, occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential.
• On-site work arrangement.