Pharmacy Tech

Alcanza Clinical Research•Woodstock, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Tech (described in the position details as an Investigational Product Coordinator) prepares and dispenses study drugs and provides drug-related information to research subjects and staff. The work must comply with GCP, ICH, HIPAA, FDA, USP 797, USP 800, state Boards of Pharmacy, company SOPs, and study protocols. Under the direction of the Lead Research Pharmacist (or similar) and Principal/Sub Investigators, the role supports investigational medication workflows, distribution services, medication safety, and regulatory compliance. The Pharmacy Tech also maintains appropriate controlled-substance inventory records and storage conditions, supports professional development and departmental goals, and mentors less experienced staff. The role is based at North Georgia Clinical Research in Woodstock, Georgia.

Requirements

Associate’s degree and at least 1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential required.
Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft applications, email, and web applications.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills, and ability to work independently and with coworkers, subjects, management, and external customers.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing workloads and priorities.
Professional, respectful, self-motivated, with a strong work ethic.
High degree of integrity and dependability.
Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems, and implement solutions.
Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and professionally in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Integrate investigational medication use, pharmacy workflow, subject medication safety activities, and regulatory standards.
Coordinate and advise site staff on drug distribution services for investigational medications.
Identify and justify needs for additional resources or redeploy resources to meet needs.
Prepare, label when required, and dispense investigational medications; provide drug-related information and education to subjects and site staff.
Dispense controlled substances as part of research studies; maintain inventory records and documentation of receipt, and ensure proper storage conditions.
Ensure the safety and care of research subjects as it relates to investigational medication preparation and dispensing.
Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements; support department goals and mentor less experienced staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.