Job Summary:

Arizona Liver Health/Arizona Clinical Trials is looking for qualified candidates for the Research Pharmacy Technician position in Peoria.

Title: Research Pharmacy Technician (Peoria, AZ)

Compensation: $23 - $27 per hour, depending on experience

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00a - 4:00p (set schedule)

Essential job functions/duties

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Ensure adherence to protocol during study conduct and performing specific administrative and clinical procedures to assist research professionals.
• Follow all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain sanitary work areas.
• Verify patient information and label drug and research Investigator product correctly.
• Review CRC schedule, verify, and complete orders in the electronic medical record and/or clinical trial manager system.
• Deliver investigator product and related materials to clinics and study participants, as required. Complete and assist with Investigator product inventory, master log drug accountability.
• Follow all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain sanitary work areas.
• Verify patient information and label drug and research Investigator product correctly.
• Review CRC schedule, verify, and complete orders in the electronic medical record and / or clinical trial manager system.
• Preparation of investigational product and standard of care drugs for dispensation and infusion.
• Specialized functions/areas include but are not limited to the following: sterile compounding, medication history, inventory control, medication maintenance, unit inspection and packaging.
• Utilizes requisite equipment, non-sterile and/or compounding supplies and computer systems as appropriate for the procurement, preparation for verification and/or delivery of medication.
• Performs quality control procedures and contributes to the maintenance of the pharmacy, equipment, and supplies.
• Receives investigational drug supplies, handles return, and removes from stock investigational drugs from completed studies; dispenses study investigational drug, maintain drug inventory, and review expiration dates.
• Records temperatures daily if assigned, contacts study coordinators for clarifications and excursions.
• Ensure compliance to institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies.
• Organize and manage documents and materials – sorting, labeling, filing, discarding per facility SOPs.
• Answering research queries as designated by CRC’s. Assist with subject accountability and compliance.
• Assist regulatory department in filing and maintaining pharmacy binder.
• Participate in the training and orientation of new pharmacy technicians.
• Perform all other duties as assigned. Work with providers and clinical research coordinators and following their directions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Detail-oriented and committed to ensuring patient confidentiality.
• Excellent motor skills and the ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Data entry and computer skills.
• Thorough understanding of clinical research requirements, principles of GCP, and biomedical research ethics. Must be GCP and IATA certified.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with professional and administrative staff, sponsor, regulator representatives, patients, potential subjects, and referral sources.
• Ability to provide all employees and research subjects with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating professional decorum

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma required
• Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required
• Bachelor’s degree, associate's degree, or Successful completion of a Pharmacy Technician program
• At least Two (2) years' experience as a pharmacy technician preferred but comparable experience will be considered
• Previous research experience is not required

Supervisory responsibilities 

• None

Work environment 

• Clinic setting 

Physical demands 

• Able to lift at least 30 lbs. 
• Able to sit for long periods (at least 50%). 
• Able to type and do computer work for long periods. 

Travel Requirements:

• Some inter-office travel may be required as needed with the use of a company vehicle or mileage reimbursement.

Benefits & Perks:

• Health, Dental, Vision (with HSA plans and employer contribution)
• Paid Time Off
• 5 days Sick Time
• 7 Company holidays + 2 Half-days
• 401K with up to 6% company match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Shared company vehicles for required travel

Work authorization/security clearance requirements 

• Must have valid documentation and authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer 

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of the Institute for Liver Health DBA Arizona Liver Health and Arizona Clinical Trials to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate. 

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