Emory University·Atlanta, Georgia
The role involves preparing, compounding, and distributing drugs for research studies under the supervision of a Research Pharmacist. Key tasks include managing IV doses, maintaining inventory, and processing shipments via Vestigo and IXRS systems.
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Description Under the direct supervision of a Research Pharmacist, prepares, compounds, and distributes drugs issued by the Investigational Drug Service (IDS) for ongoing research studies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists pharmacists in the daily dispensing process and delivery of doses.
Prepares IV doses, both non-hazardous and hazardous.
Assists in cleaning and maintenance of IV hoods and the surrounding work environment.
Maintains inventory of IV supplies and other supplies needed for dose preparation and compounding.
Documents patient returns in Vestigo.
Processes drugs for destruction.
Processes daily shipments from sponsors by receiving inventory in Vestigo, completing paperwork requirements of shipper and receiving shipments in the various IXRS systems.
Completes training as required by sponsors in the various IXRS systems and maintains access to all systems used by sponsors.
Performs related responsibilities as required.
High school diploma or equivalent. At least one year of pharmacy technician experience in a hospital or retail setting, including IV experience. Current CPhT Certification and registration in the state of Georgia are required. Must maintain certifications and registration during entire length of employment. NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
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Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of hospital or retail pharmacy technician experience, including IV experience. Current CPhT certification and Georgia state registration are required.
Market context
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