FACILITY STERILE COMPOUNDING INSPECTOR (LABORATORY SCIENTIST SURVEYOR I)

GRADE

16\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Board of Pharmacy\r\n4201 Patterson Avenue\r\nBaltimore, MD 21215\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

A Laboratory Scientist Surveyor I is the full performance level of work assessing and evaluating the quality of sterile compounding establishments permitted by the Board and the product it produces to ensure that patients receive drug products compounded in accordance with State and federal laws, regulations and USP 797 guidelines. An employee in this classification does not supervise.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe main purpose of this full-time position will be to conduct on site compounding facility inspections to ensure compliance with state and federal law; and interpret environmental viable airborne particle testing and non-viable environmental testing, deviations from fingertip touch testing and media fill testing and other tests related to patient/product safety.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position will inspect hospital and pharmacy compounding equipment and procedures and determine if the operating standards are in alignment with state and federal laws. In order for the Board to verify the sufficiency of documentation provided by sterile compounding establishments, this position will review documentation including test reports related to pyrogen and pathogen toxicity, efficacy, and potency.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position will also evaluate facility quality control standards and if required, ensure changes are made to quality control procedures to bring the policies in place to an acceptable standard by assisting in the development of a corrective plan of action. This position will review application documentation that assures that any ingredient used in compounding the drug complies with the standards of the applicable United States Pharmacopeia or National Formulary monograph, or of another compendium or pharmacopeia recognized by the Secretary for the Food and Drug Administration and that the drug is not identified (directly or as a part of a category of drugs) on a FDA list of drug shortages.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Laboratory Scientist Surveyor I will perform the full range of duties under general supervision. In addition, this position will provide policy advice to clinical staff on laboratory workers and technicians on licensing qualifications; and will also recommend sanctions and disciplinary action if needed.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position is hybrid telework eligible.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:�� A Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Genetics, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or Medical Technology from an accredited college or university. \r\nExperience:�Two years of experience working in a medical or public health laboratory performing diagnostic or public health testing on human specimens. \r\nNote: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health�Science Research Officer classifications or Medical�Laboratory Specialists specialty codes in the Science related�field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required�experience and education.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess:\r\n\r\n\r\n Attention to detail.\r\n Excellent oral and written communication skills.\r\n Experience effectively multitasking.\r\n Experience working with a team.\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.�Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment.� No postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to 410-333-5689.�Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n