Clinical Pharmacy Technician

About the role

Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research company with a network of locations across the United States and Puerto Rico. We specialize in Phase I-IV studies across several therapeutic areas, including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine. This role is based at the Coastal Carolina Research Center in Charleston, SC.

Responsibilities

• Integrate investigational medication use, pharmacy workflow, subject medication safety activities, and regulatory standards under the direction of the Lead Research Pharmacist and Principal/Sub Investigators.
• Coordinate and advise site staff on drug distribution services for investigational medications in compliance with study protocols, company processes, and regulatory requirements (GCP, ICH, HIPAA, FDA, USP 797, USP 800, state Boards of Pharmacy, and company SOPs).
• Identify and justify needs for additional resources or redeploy resources to meet operational demands.
• Prepare, label (if required), and dispense investigational medications, including controlled substances, while maintaining accurate inventory records, documentation of receipt, and proper storage conditions.
• Provide drug-related information and education to subjects and site staff.
• Ensure the safety and care of all research subjects related to investigational medication preparation and dispensing.
• Promote individual professional growth and development through continuing education and skills competency, supporting departmental and organizational goals.
• Serve as a mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• An associate’s degree and 1+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential is required.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is a plus.

Skills

• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office, email, and web applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with coworkers, subjects, management, and external customers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, adapt to changing workloads and priorities, and work under minimal supervision.
• High degree of integrity, dependability, professionalism, and respect for others.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to identify problems and implement solutions.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive information confidentially and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Benefits

Full-time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for benefits, with coverage starting on the first day of the month following the date of hire. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Health savings accounts and supplemental insurances.
• 401k plan with a safe harbor match.