Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to ensure the proper handling, dispensing, and regulatory compliance for investigational drug trials. This role involves critical tasks such as drug accountability, dosing, blinding, labeling, compounding, inventory management, and maintaining accurate study records.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the organization professionally in all interactions, including verbal, written, and personal appearance, when engaging with sponsors, volunteers, vendors, and colleagues.
• Perform clinical trials pharmacy procedures after training, including drug accountability, dosing, blinding, labeling, compounding (sterile and non-sterile), dose preparation, quarantine, and emergency inventory management.
• Serve as a liaison with investigators, provide staff training, ensure compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and safety standards such as OSHA.
• Maintain accurate and complete study records for all clinical studies.
• Review randomizations for each study prior to initiation.
• Manage inventory for investigational drug trials, including ordering, destruction, and processing returns as per study protocol.
• Support pharmacy participation in all clinical trials involving investigational drugs.
• Train and mentor pharmacy staff, update standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Meet with representatives from regulatory authorities (e.g., DEA, FDA).
• Assist department leadership in directing and supervising pharmacy technicians.
• Oversee importation of investigational drugs, ensuring adherence to all regulations.
• Maintain clean room certifications and ensure pharmacy equipment calibration.
• Write, update, and review SOPs related to pharmacy operations.
• Research, draft, and train staff on study-specific pharmacy procedures.
• Provide staff with drug information, including safety, side effects, and potential interactions.
• Read and follow study instructions, signing study responsibility logs as required.
• Be available on a rotational basis by pager or phone for off-site monitoring, temperature/humidity checks, and emergency unblinding procedures.
• Ensure all pharmacy procedures are performed accurately, on time, and in accordance with protocols and internal procedures.
• Keep all pharmacy areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Perform additional procedures or duties as required by specific study protocols.
• Request, schedule, and attend any required training to maintain competency.
• Supervise and ensure pharmacy technicians complete their assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Notify supervisor of any issues, such as lack of training, ability, or other work-related problems.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, maintain punctuality, and demonstrate flexibility in scheduling.
• Perform other duties as assigned, noting that responsibilities may vary based on project or departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (FDA, DEA, OSHA, GCP).

Experience

• 3+ Years of Demonstrated sterile and non-sterile compounding experience.
• Previous experience compounding and handling Investigational Product (IP).

Education

• Bachelors of Science Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree.

Certifications

• IV certified or Certified in the past and willing to get re-certified.

State License

• Active Texas Pharmacist license.

Additional Requirements

• Must have a flexible schedule to include evenings/weekends to accommodate changing business needs.
• Typical schedule is 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; but hours may vary based on study needs.
• Occasional weekend or evening shifts may be required, with equivalent time off provided and advance notice of any schedule changes.
• Available on a rotational basis by pager or phone for off-site monitoring, temperature/humidity checks, and emergency unblinding procedures.

Hours Per Week

40 hours per week

Start Date

ASAP

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Medix is a healthcare staffing agency based in the U.S. We connect qualified healthcare professionals with leading medical facilities nationwide. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of the healthcare industry, Medix partners with clients to ensure seamless staffing solutions and career opportunities.

Medix is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.