Pharmacy Technician

About Us: Flourish Research is where clinical trials thrive.Flourish Research is one of the industry’s most progressive and diversified clinical trial organizations, with strong capabilities across cardiology, metabolic disorders, renal, oncology, CNS, pulmonology, and vaccine research. At Flourish Research, we strive toward excellence. In clinical trials and healthcare, excellence means everyone deserves the best care, regardless of their race, color, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, physical abilities, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We embrace employees, customers, and patients from these underrepresented groups to help make this vision a reality. Flourish is committed to a safe work environment where all employees, customers, and patients are included, and treated with dignity and respect. The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives, and ideas we share, and the better prepared we are to serve our communities. WESEEYOU. WE ARE YOU. WE EMBRACE YOU. WE CELEBRATE YOU! Flourish Research is looking for motivated, talented, creative individuals who want to learn and grow in their careers while contributing to research that changes lives! We offer an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities. About the Job: We are actively hiring a Pharmacy Technician to supportour Detroit, Michigan site. Shift: Monday-Friday day shift (40 hours per week) Location: Onsite, Detroit, MI FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Compensation : $27 - $33 per hour (depending on experience) PURPOSE: To assist the company in pharmaceutical preparation, distribution, and record keeping functions in the delivery of pharmaceutical supplies to study participants in accordance with department policies/procedures. To provide support to CRCs and to management as needed to facilitate the smooth operation of business at a Flourish Research site. To obtain clean, objective, and accurate data within sponsor timelines while following applicable Flourish SOPs, policies and procedures, federal regulations, medical ethics, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), International Council of Harmonization (ICH), Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements, and in compliance with specific sponsor protocol requirements. All responsibilities should be completed in accordance with Flourish Research’s Core Values and Employee Manual. A. Read, understand, and can follow instruction manuals and sponsor protocols regarding protocol specified patient visits and procedures. B. Supports pharmacological services by stocking, assembling, and distributing medication. C. Assist doctors and site staff by answering questions and requests. D. Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed medication and supplies, placing orders, verifying receipt, and registering in the appropriate systems. E. Maintains a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. F. Protects fellow site staff and study participants by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. G. Organize medications for dispensing by reading medication orders and prescriptions, prepare labels as needed, calculating quantities, assembling intravenous solutions and other pharmaceutical therapies. H. Maintains logs/records and prepares reports when needed. I. Monitor and maintain drug temperatures along with system maintenance. J. Report IP excursions, as applicable. K. Ensure medication availability by accounting for appropriate amounts for the conduct of the study; as well as delivering to departments and study participants. L. Maintain confidentiality of patients, protocols, and other issues as appropriate and as bound by Confidentiality Agreements with Flourish Research, between Flourish Research and sponsors, and between Flourish Research and other entities, as well as abiding by current HIPAA regulations. M. Maintain ongoing communication with Principal Investigator, Sub-Investigators, and other persons assisting with studies and document these communications according to protocol requirements and Flourish Research policies. N. Attend required meetings and training sessions to stay abreast of current and changing federal regulations, study protocols and Flourish policies. O. Perform all study related duties in a time-and-cost effective manner in adherence with Flourish policies. P. Perform all duties in a safe and prudent manner. Q. Represent Flourish Research in a professional and courteous manner (verbal, written and in appearance) when interacting with Flourish staff, sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), IRBs, participants, nursing and medical staff members of various clinics, hospitals, and physician's offices; Flourish Research contract personnel, as well as any other person(s) when carrying out task and responsibilities. R. Additional duties as assigned by management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

A. Work is normally performed in a typical interior clinical/office work environment. B. Exposure to human bodily fluids. C. Exposure to medications and investigational product (IP). D. Laboratory processing procedures. E. Participant care. F. Daily computer use. G. Ability to properly lift thirty-five pounds and occasionally more than thirty-five pounds. H. Ability to drive and daily availability of an automobile.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience within the field of research. Aactive Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification. Experience: Minimum of one year experience within a pharmacy setting, 0-3+ years' experience within the field of clinical or biological research. Knowledge and Skills: A. Demonstrates core values & all skills set required. B. Ability to read, understand and assimilate protocol specified requirements and/or to ask appropriate questions as needed to gain knowledge and understanding when it comes to mixing and administering medications and IP. C. Must possess a basic knowledge of research design, patient care practices, GCPs, FDA regulations and a thorough knowledge of medical terminology. D. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills including written and verbal communications. E. Is moral and ethical in decision-making and during interaction with patients, sponsor and IRB representatives, physicians and staff at satellite sites and other employees. F. Seeks out opportunities to help achieve department/company goals. G. Fosters relationships across teams. H. Demonstrates good critical decision-making skills resulting in sound judgement. I. Industry certified, active. J. Completes at least 80% of goals annually. K. Excellent computer skills Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with a 100% employer match on the first 4% of employee contributions, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, employee referral program, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and a generous PTO plan covering vacation, sick, personal days and 8 paid holidays. Flourish Research is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. Flourish Researchcomplies withthe lawregardingreasonable accommodation for handicapped and disabled employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Flourish Research