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Massachusetts General Hospital has an opening for a nuclear pharmacy technician. This is an exciting and rare opportunity for a pharmacy technician to work in a mixed pharmacy and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) drug manufacturing environments! The MGH PET Production Facility is a cGMP registered Positron Emission Tomography (PET) radiopharmaceutical manufacturer which produces sterile injectable radioactive drug for diagnostic imaging procedures at MGH. We produce PET drugs for a variety of clinical and clinical research indications, supporting research to better understand diseases and to monitor response to therapies. The nuclear pharmacy service prepares and dispenses radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic uses. The role of the pharmacy technician is an important supporting the operation of the clean room for safe and sterile production of radiopharmaceuticals. The pharmacy technician candidate must be a registered as pharmacy technician in Massachusetts or eligible for licensure. A high school degree or equivalent is required. This is a full-time position with a competitive pay and benefits package. Due to nature of producing sterile injectable drug products, prior clean room/aseptic process experience is desired. Thorough and detailed training in cGMP, the manufacture of PET radiopharmaceuticals and the safe handling of radioactive materials will be provided.
Job Summary
Under direction of the Senior Operations Manager of PET Production, the Radiology Pharmacy Technician provides a variety of services to support the safe and efficient production and use of radioactive drugs for research and clinical diagnostic use. Assists nuclear pharmacists and radiochemists in all aspects of the day to day operation of the PET Production Facility operating under cGMP, including radiochemical production area, analytical laboratory and clean room and the clinical nuclear pharmacyDuties in the PET Nuclear Pharmacy and PET Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility including but not limited to: · Following cGMP will assist in the aseptic preparation of PET radiopharmaceuticals in a clean room environment. · Preparation of sterile filtration assemblies · Environmental monitoring of aseptic processes · Inoculation of sterility media · Maintenance of clean room and production facility. · Environmental and radiological monitoring of the clean room, production area and quality control lab · Assists in the production of PET radiopharmaceuticals: · Operation of automated radiochemistry synthesis units · Cleaning of automated radiochemistry synthesis units · Maintenance of automated radiochemistry synthesis units · Quality control of PET radiopharmaceuticals · Oversight of stock supplies (monitoring and replenishment) · Packaging of radiopharmaceuticals for transport. Responsibilities in the clinical nuclear pharmacy include the preparation of FDA-approved radiopharmaceuticals, preparation of patient-specific radiopharmaceutical doses, quality control, inventory control, and facility maintenance.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: This section should be a bulleted list of minimum requirements explaining the skills (what the individual is trained for) and competencies (measurable as defined by the job) necessary to perform the job. - Effective interpersonal, writing, and communication skills. - Attention to detail. - Must have the ability to work in high-pressure situations. - Knowledge of aseptic technique. - Understanding of standard precautions and infection control.
Qualifications
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS:
Licenses: Required: MA Pharmacy Technician or eligible for licensure
EDUCATION: Minimum Required: High school diploma, GED or equivalent Certificate
EXPERIENCE:
Preferred: One year experience in aseptic preparation and clean rooms. Experience in the handling of radioactive materials
WORKING CONDITIONS: - The MGH PET Production Facility is an FDA registered PET Radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Applicant will work in the PET Production in a cGMP facility located in the Edwards Research Basement. - Must be able to lift 60 lbs. - Applicant will handle radiopharmaceuticals following appropriate safety protocols The information contained in this document is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of individuals so classified.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Additional Job Description
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
60 Blossom Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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