Pharmacy Technician (Job ID: 1368)
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Overview: The role of the Pharmacy Technician is to provide technical support related to preparation of investigational medications for clinical research studies and to provide administrative assistance to the Research Pharmacist, Principal Investigator(s) and the research team in the implementation of clinical research study (ies).
This is a part-time position (approximately 24 hours a week) located in San Antonio, TX
Qualifications:
o Familiar with pharmacy medical terminology and abbreviations
o Knowledge of apothecary and metric weights and measures
o Retain the ability to convert between the metric weight and measure systems
o Knowledge of common chemical and physical drug incompatibilities, adverse drug reactions and interactions
o Knowledge of pharmaceutical nomenclature: generic, trade and chemical name of drugs
o Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control procedures to safely prepare sterile products
o Knowledge of formulas, strengths, and dosage forms of drugs
o Ability to accurately prepare, compound, package, label and dispense oral, topical and intravenous preparations
o Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, local instructions and JCAHO standards relative to pharmacy services
o Demonstrated competence in oral and written communication
o Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and e-mail
Responsibilities:
o Reads and interprets instructions for preparation of investigational medication, carefully following the protocol instructions
o Prepares sterile products, according to the protocol, utilizing sterile technique and maintaining infectious control procedures
o Assembles drugs and supplies for delivery or collection by clinical research staff
o Makes necessary calculations and adjustments to provide different concentrations of medication
o Selects the correct unit dose of medication to meet the patient's need, according to the protocol
o Answers inquiries from study drug sponsor, or its representatives, regarding completion of study-related documents
o Uses automated equipment for preparing specialized intravenous solutions
o Maintains satisfactory conditions of cleanliness throughout the pharmacy work spaces
o Promotes confidentiality of research participants at all times
o Assists Principal Investigator(s) and/or their designee(s) with the following as needed to accomplish research objectives:
? Data entry
? Photocopying, collating and filing research study documentation
? Security and maintenance of research files
? Correspondence
? Preparation of progress reports and manuscripts
? Procurement of supplies and equipment as authorized per research budget guidelines
o Interacts and communicates effectively with Research Pharmacist, Principal Investigator(s), Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical TrialsResearch Manager, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation and the sponsor organization
o Maintain and promote Geneva's core values of Integrity, Superior Service to Customers, Quality, Teamwork, Innovation, and Respect for All.
o Possess a working knowledge of The Geneva Foundation's Employee Handbook, User's Guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as applicable.
o Remain accessible and accountable at all times during work hours and collects messages at least twice daily.
o Return telephone messages within 24 hours of receipt; return email messages in a timely manner as appropriate.
o Comply with the dress code of The Geneva Foundation and assigned duty station.
o Promote positive, professional relationships with co-workers and The Geneva Foundation.
To apply to this position, click the link below:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=Genevausa&jobId=32083&lang=en_US&source=CC3
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Overview: The role of the Pharmacy Technician is to provide technical support related to preparation of investigational medications for clinical research studies and to provide administrative assistance to the Research Pharmacist, Principal Investigator(s) and the research team in the implementation of clinical research study (ies).
This is a part-time position (approximately 24 hours a week) located in San Antonio, TX
Qualifications:
o Familiar with pharmacy medical terminology and abbreviations
o Knowledge of apothecary and metric weights and measures
o Retain the ability to convert between the metric weight and measure systems
o Knowledge of common chemical and physical drug incompatibilities, adverse drug reactions and interactions
o Knowledge of pharmaceutical nomenclature: generic, trade and chemical name of drugs
o Knowledge of sterile technique and infection control procedures to safely prepare sterile products
o Knowledge of formulas, strengths, and dosage forms of drugs
o Ability to accurately prepare, compound, package, label and dispense oral, topical and intravenous preparations
o Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, local instructions and JCAHO standards relative to pharmacy services
o Demonstrated competence in oral and written communication
o Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and e-mail
Responsibilities:
o Reads and interprets instructions for preparation of investigational medication, carefully following the protocol instructions
o Prepares sterile products, according to the protocol, utilizing sterile technique and maintaining infectious control procedures
o Assembles drugs and supplies for delivery or collection by clinical research staff
o Makes necessary calculations and adjustments to provide different concentrations of medication
o Selects the correct unit dose of medication to meet the patient's need, according to the protocol
o Answers inquiries from study drug sponsor, or its representatives, regarding completion of study-related documents
o Uses automated equipment for preparing specialized intravenous solutions
o Maintains satisfactory conditions of cleanliness throughout the pharmacy work spaces
o Promotes confidentiality of research participants at all times
o Assists Principal Investigator(s) and/or their designee(s) with the following as needed to accomplish research objectives:
? Data entry
? Photocopying, collating and filing research study documentation
? Security and maintenance of research files
? Correspondence
? Preparation of progress reports and manuscripts
? Procurement of supplies and equipment as authorized per research budget guidelines
o Interacts and communicates effectively with Research Pharmacist, Principal Investigator(s), Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical TrialsResearch Manager, other site personnel, research participants, The Geneva Foundation and the sponsor organization
o Maintain and promote Geneva's core values of Integrity, Superior Service to Customers, Quality, Teamwork, Innovation, and Respect for All.
o Possess a working knowledge of The Geneva Foundation's Employee Handbook, User's Guide and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as applicable.
o Remain accessible and accountable at all times during work hours and collects messages at least twice daily.
o Return telephone messages within 24 hours of receipt; return email messages in a timely manner as appropriate.
o Comply with the dress code of The Geneva Foundation and assigned duty station.
o Promote positive, professional relationships with co-workers and The Geneva Foundation.
To apply to this position, click the link below:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=Genevausa&jobId=32083&lang=en_US&source=CC3
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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