Certified Pharmacy Technician- Research

McKesson Pharmacy Automation; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in healthcare as a Certified Pharmacy Technician in Irving, TX. Support clinical trial research by accurately preparing medication orders under supervision, ensuring compliance with guidelines. This full-time position allows you to grow in a dynamic environment and make a real impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relative experience preferred.
• Experience in clinical trials/research setting is a plus.
• PTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares investigational products under pharmacist supervision accurately.
• Maintains accurate accountability records of inventory, orders, ships, and returns.
• Disposes materials used when mixing chemotherapeutic agents as per policy.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Ability to multi-task

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician Registered

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The McKesson Investigational Products Center is searching for a Certified Pharmacy Technician for our Irving location that supports filling drug orders for clinical trial research studies. The Pharmacy Tech, under direct supervision of a registered pharmacist working within a licensed pharmacy, performs the technical, nonjudgmental aspects of medication and drug order preparation, distribution, record keeping and inventory control. Tasks are subject to sequential or final verification by a registered pharmacist. Supports and adheres to McKesson’s Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Shift Details: Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 5:30pm, and rotating Fridays 9am-1pm or 1pm-5pm. Work location is near DFW Airport.

Responsibilities

• Under pharmacist supervision, prepares investigational products as ordered by physicians or clinical research staff in an accurate and timely manner as per department guidelines, and preparing all within OSHA guidelines and interoffice guidelines in accordance with approved SOPs
• Checks all orders for completeness of information
• Maintains current knowledge of study protocols needed for accurately fulfilling orders
• Maintains accurate accountability records of inventory, orders, shipments and returns, and assists pharmacist with ordering of supplies, inventory and record keeping
• Maintains current drug information and MSDS sheets
• Properly disposes all materials used when mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs, and cleans hood and refrigerators and freezers as stated in policy and procedures, if applicable
• Logs and dates all investigational products that are being used
• Keeps accurate logs on all protocol investigational products
• Generates labels and worksheets necessary for production, preparation and shipment of research products, and properly packages and labels products for subsequent storage and shipping to offices and clinics
• Maintains proper control documentation of investigational products, including lot numbers, bottle or kit numbers. Complete inventory control of investigational products
• Maintains clean and well-stocked pharmacy production area according to policies and procedures
• Packing and Shipping IP orders to ship to Investigational sites
• Has required knowledge of all Research Pharmacy Technician duties providing the ability to multi-task in varied functions within the CRC
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, and typically requires 1+ years of relative experience
• Certified Pharmacy Technician Registered with Texas State Board of Pharmacy required
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification preferred
• Previous experience in clinical trials/research setting is a plus, but not required
• Computer proficiency and ability to use computerized pharmacy systems
  
  

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$17.42 - $29.03

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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