Pharmacy Coordinator Jobs

Position Title:

Pharmacy Coordinator

Department:

Clinical Operations

Reports To:

Pharmacy Team Lead or Designee

Direct Reports:

N/A

POSITION FUNCTION

The Pharmacy Coordinator is responsible for supporting the efficient and accurate conduct of clinical trials under the direction of Research Management. The Pharmacy Coordinator will support the clinical team and demonstrate exemplary patient care. The Pharmacy Coordinator will maintain accurate and detailed records of the Investigational Product while supporting blinded and unblinded clinical studies.

Organization Summary

Our Passionate Cause:

Revolutionizing Research & Changing Lives!

Organization Profile:

IACT Health, LMC Manna Research, and True North Clinical Research joined forces in late 2021 to become Centricity Research. Centricity Research is a clinical research organization with more than 40 sites, access to over 1.6 million patients, and more than 150 active investigators across Canada and the southeastern United States. Our name, Centricity Research, was purposefully chosen to signify the fact that we are customer centric. Our patient volunteers, sponsors, CROs, and physicians are the cornerstone of our business. The name Centricity Research also highlights the fact that our organization has earned a position of prominence and importance within the industry. We aim to build and nurture strong, trusting relationships with all audiences, and being customer-centric is embedded within our company culture.

FUNdamentals:

Centricity Research recognizes the following core values as being essential characteristics for individual and collective success:

• Do The Right Thing
• Be Curious
• Have Fun
• Dream Big
• Go Above and Beyond

Essential Functions

• Maintain drug accountability logs for all medications including oral, injectable medication, etc.
• Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist or physician
• Train employees and model continuous improvement practices
• Ensure availability of documents, records, used and unused drug for all monitoring visits whether blinded or unblinded
• Establish good working relationships with Sponsors, CROs, and other industry representatives
• Other duties as assigned
• Establish and maintain patient drug administration records for Sponsors, CROs, Regulatory Agencies, or other industry representatives
• Renew DEA license and Pharmacy license as required
• Follow protocol-established procedures for each clinical trial such as labeling vials and/or bottles with appropriate subject information
• Maintain temperature logs for ambient rooms, refrigerators, and freezers
• Ensure accurate completion of Case Report Forms (CRFs) and Electronic Data Capture for clinical trials specific sites
• Maintain and inspect expiration dates for all IP, medications and supplies needed for pharmacy use
• Ensure drug accountability logs are accurate and up-to-date by the end of the business day
• Follow procedures outlined by the Sponsor, CRO or other industry representative for drug destruction for the close-out of the clinical trial
• Maintain proper storage and security conditions for all drugs as outlined and required by protocol

Education/Experience

Minimum:

• US: HS/GED
• 1-year hospital or pharmacy experience
• Canada: College/University degree

Preferred:

• 2 or more years of hospital or pharmacy experience
• Canada/US: Certification or Technical Diploma in Pharmacy

Core Competencies/Skills

Prerequisite (Essential):

• Attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of ICH GCP, FDA & HC Division 5 guidelines
• Flexible & Adaptable
• Self-directed
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Proficient level of clinical, interpretive and analytical skills with organizational skills for project planning
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Ability to manage time efficiently

Foundation:

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Receptive to feedback
• Empathy Skills
• Analytical ability
• Decision making
• Achievement oriented
• Empowering & Developing others
• Planning and organizing skills
• Conflict resolution
• Initiative

Leadership:

• Creative
• Forward thinking
• Innovative
• Self confidence
• Strategic thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• May be required to lift light boxes (10 - 20lbs)
• Physical demands include but not limited to prolonged sitting, light lifting, standing, reaching, walking, and bending.
• Frequently required to complete work on the computer in a seated position

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Modern medical office environment.
• Required to perform duties in relation to PHIPA, HIPAA, PIDEDA
• Some positions may require overnight/weekend hours
• Required to follow all healthcare industry OHSA and OSHA guidelines

Benefits

• Paid holiday closures and employee appreciation days off
• RRSP and 401(k) contribution matching
• Continued opportunities for growth & development; yearly education allowance
• Opportunities to work with internationally renowned physicians
• Comprehensive health benefits, competitive salary

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