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Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

North Providence, RI · On-site

$20.50 - $22.75/hr

... * assist a neighbor in choosing the perfect toy for a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet ... Pet Supplies Plus stores are large enough to house an incredible variety of food and equipment, yet ...

Pet Supplies Plus

Store Shift Supervisor

Providence, RI · On-site

$20.50 - $22.75/hr

... * assist a neighbor in choosing the perfect toy for a lab who loves to fetch * stop to greet ... Pet Supplies Plus stores are large enough to house an incredible variety of food and equipment, yet ...

Vetcor

Veterinary Technician

Coventry, RI · On-site

Opportunities to grow and develop What You'll Do * Assist veterinarians during exams and medical ... Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets * Pet discounts on services and products * Pet food ...

VetCor

Veterinary Technician

Coventry, RI · On-site

Opportunities to grow and develop What You'll Do * Assist veterinarians during exams and medical ... Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets * Pet discounts on services and products * Pet food ...

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What is a food lab assistant?

Food Lab Assistants are professionals who support food scientists and technologists in research and quality control laboratories. They help prepare samples, conduct experiments, maintain laboratory equipment, and record data related to food safety, nutrition, and product development. Their work is essential in ensuring food products meet safety standards and regulatory requirements. Food Lab Assistants often work in food manufacturing companies, research institutions, or government agencies.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a food lab assistant?

To thrive as a Food Lab Assistant, you need a background in food science or a related field, with knowledge of laboratory safety and basic analytical techniques. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, food testing methods, and data management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work well in a team are essential soft skills. These abilities ensure accurate testing, compliance with safety standards, and efficient support of food quality and research operations.

What challenges might a food lab assistant face during routine testing and how can they be addressed?

Food Lab Assistants often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict quality control standards while handling multiple samples and adhering to tight deadlines. Another common issue is managing cross-contamination risks, which requires careful attention to lab protocols and cleanliness. Effective communication with team members and supervisors is also crucial, especially when clarifying test procedures or reporting unusual findings. Staying organized, following standard operating procedures, and seeking guidance when uncertainties arise can help overcome these challenges and ensure accurate results.

How do you become a food lab assistant?

To become a food lab assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and some experience or training in food science, microbiology, or related fields. Relevant skills include attention to detail, knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, and familiarity with testing equipment. Some positions may require certification or coursework in food safety or quality assurance.

Is it hard to become a food lab assistant?

Becoming a food lab assistant typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and some knowledge of food safety and laboratory procedures. The role often involves attention to detail, basic lab skills, and sometimes certifications like ServSafe, but it generally does not require extensive experience or advanced education.

What qualifications do I need to be a food lab assistant?

To become a food lab assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent. Relevant skills include attention to detail, basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation, and familiarity with laboratory equipment; some positions may require prior experience or certification in food safety or related fields.

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Clinical Pharmacist

Warwick, RI • On-site

Care New England Health System
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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$115K - $138K/yr

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job Summary
The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for providing optimal pharmaceutical care on a daily basis. They develop, implement, and maintain systems that promote desirable patient outcomes through the use of safe and cost-effective drug therapies.
Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical Pharmacist, Central Pharmacy
  • Monitors drug therapies, drug-herb interactions, regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and doses. Interprets medications orders (verbal and written) and transcribes to computerized patient medication profiles. Maintains and reconciles accurate, complete patient medication profiles. Sustains the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.
  • Reviews/interprets lab data related to therapeutic drug monitoring. Detects and reports and documents suspected adverse drug reactions. Reviews medications which are renally-excreted and determine whether drug dosages are appropriate based on patients' renal function. Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely.
  • Provides accurate, adequate and timely drug information to the professional staff. Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners. Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff.
  • Coordinates and supervises the direct support personnel.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Clinical Pharmacist, Decentralized/Clinical Specialist
  • Provides optimal medication therapy for the prevention and treatment of disease by applying evidence-based therapeutic guidelines. Thoroughly reviews and assesses patients' medication regimen in order to identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems and assist patients in getting the best outcomes from medications. Review includes, but is not limited to, dosing, age-specific considerations, pharmacokinetics, antibiotic management, therapeutic drug monitoring, and core-measure compliance. Makes appropriate recommendations to providers. Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely. Attends Clinical Rounds when applicable.
  • Serves as a primary source of scientifically-valid drug information and advice regarding the safe, appropriate and cost-effective use of medications. Researches and reviews medical literature. Supports graduate medical education by attending cases/didactic activities with the residency staff as assigned. Maintains current knowledge of new developments in drug therapy.
  • Interprets and maintains medication orders and transcribes to patient medication profiles.
  • Interacts with patients, family, and other healthcare providers as appropriate to assure continuity of services and to achieve desired patient outcomes through safe, timely, cost-effective medication therapy.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Clinical Pharmacist, IV Services/IV Specialist
  • Oversees the preparation and storage of sterile preparations for inpatients and outpatients in the Outpatient Infusion Unit. Ensures compounded sterile preparations are prepared accurately and safely in accordance with USP 797 requirements, professional standards of practice, and laws, rules and regulations. Manages the preparation, storage and handling of hazardous materials, including spills.
  • Provides optimization of parenteral nutrition in conjunction with nutrition services by daily review of parenteral nutrition orders for appropriateness and safety by monitoring pertinent lab values, osmolarity, and other pertinent parameters. Makes recommendations to prescribers in order to optimize therapy.
  • Optimizes chemotherapy regimens by reviewing the regimen for indication, dose, route, preparation, and adjuvant medications including hydration. Monitors concomitant medications for drug interactions with the chemotherapy regimen. Monitors laboratory values as needed to evaluation for toxicity. Oversees accurate and safe preparation of chemotherapy.
  • Oversees the dispensing of sterile products from IV services, and directly supervise support staff. Works with the Inventory Manager to ensure proper acquisition/stock points of high-cost items. Generates proper electronic charges to facilitate billing/financial services. Oversees proper cleaning and maintenance of the clean room, anti-room, and laminar flow hoods.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge in pharmacotherapeutics, with a focus on oncology, nutrition, and biologicals. Maintains appropriate references pertaining to preparation of CSPs and chemotherapy, including related policies and procedures. Leads quality improvement processes in IV Services.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree Required; Field of Study: Pharmacy from an ACPE accredited school.
  • Rhode Island Pharmacist licensure required.
  • Knowledge of drug information, medication administration practices and procedures.
  • Understanding of pharmacology principles and pharmacokinetics.
  • Experience with data entry and electronic medical record (EMR) maintenance. Knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with chemotherapy and sterile product preparation/dispensing.
  • Ability to perform clinical interventions.
  • Strong communication skills.

About Us
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation's top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.
Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.

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