Pharmacist (Wits RHI)

Main purpose of the job:
To prepare and dispense Investigational Products to subjects on clinical trials according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Clinical Trial Protocols, and Good Pharmacy Practice (GPP)
Location:
22 Esselen Street, Hillbrow, Johannesburg
Key performance areas:
Comply with all legislative and regulatory requirements and Standard Operating Procedures
Implement and maintain study-specific procedures according to regulatory requirements and protocol
Conduct internal monitoring and quality assurance
PEPs, Pharmacy QMPs, SOP, and study-specific guidelines developed and maintained, as required
Train relevant staff members on Pharmacy practices and requirements & ongoing IP related training requirements
Identify any regulatory issues and bring them to the attention of the Project Coordinator
Prepare for monitoring and audit visits from sponsors or regulatory authorities
Communicate with other team members including medical officers, study coordinators, and research assistants to ensure compliance with the study protocol
Interpret prescriptions and dispense medication/Investigational Product (IP) according to study protocols and Good Pharmacy Practice
Advise participants on the correct use of medication or IP
Maintain accountability records for all medication and IP
Order medication and perform stock control to ensure adequate stock levels
Process and file all relevant documentation including all relevant pharmacy specific participant documentation
Ensure appropriate destruction of expired and unusable medication or IP according to the study-specific protocol or GPP
Maintain appropriate storage conditions of medication and IP
Perform daily temperature monitoring on medication and IP and report temperature deviations to the appropriate person in a timely manner
Compile study-specific reports as and when required
Manage general housekeeping of Pharmacy
Deputize for responsible pharmacist
Required minimum education and training:
BPharm Degree
A valid driver’s license, and own transport
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) advantageous
Required minimum work experience:
Minimum of 3 years experience
At least 1 year in a clinical trial or research environment
Professional Body Registration:
South African Pharmacy Council
Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:
Experience in clinical trials will be advantageous
High Attention to detail/accuracy
Exceptional organizational and administrative skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office
Patient, tactful and empathetic toward participants
Ability to take initiative, work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work extra hours if required from time to time
TO APPLY:
Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may