How to Become a Registered Pharmacist in USA

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National Association Board of Pharmacy (NABP) is conducting pharmacy Exam in USA. Refer: http://www.nabp.net/

There are 3 steps to achieve NABP pharmacist certification for International students.

Step 1: Document Evaluation by ECE

Step 2: The Pharmacist Equivalence examination certification by FPGEC

Step 3: The NAPLEX Examination

Step 1: Document Evaluation by ECE:

Evaluation Credential evaluation (ECE) is a separate non profit organization, evaluating you educational document equivalence with USA degree. Refer: http://www.ece.org/

We easily qualify that by sending our PharmD degree and transcript according to their requirements.

Step 2: The Pharmacist Equivalence examination certification by FPGEC:

FPGEC is Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalence Examination Certificate required by International students by fulfilling two requirements.

1-FPGEE (Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalence Exam) :

Refer: http://www.nabp.net/programs/examination/fpgee/fpgee-blueprint/

2-TOEFL iBT (Computerized Based) requirement :

Reading: 21

Listening: 18

Speaking: 26

Writing: 24. 

Refer: http://www.nabp.net/programs/examination/fpgec/toefl-ibt/

Step 3: The NAPLEX Examination :

You must get FPGEC to qualify for the NAPLEX exam. NAPLEX is a nationwide exam used by boards of pharmacy as one component of pharmacist licensure.

Refer: http://www.nabp.net/programs/examination/naplex/

Examination	Expense per Exam
Total	1365 USD

Step 1 : ECE Evaluation	80 USD
Step 2 : FPGEE+ TOEFL iBT	800 + 200 USD
Step 3: NAPLEX	485 USD

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How to Become a Registered Pharmacist in Canada

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Pharmacy Examination are conducted under the control of PEBC 

(Pharmacy Examination Board of Canada) : http://www.pebc.ca

There are 3 steps for an International student to achieve PEBC pharmacist certification:

Step 1: Document Evaluation.

Step 2: The Pharmacist Evaluating Examination.

Step 3: The Pharmacist Qualifying Examination, Part I (MCQ) and Part II (OSCE).

Step 1: Document Evaluation:

You must pass this evaluation of your educational and professional credentials to be eligible to write the Pharmacist Evaluating Examination (We easily qualify that).

You must pass this written examination to be eligible for the Pharmacist Qualifying Examination –Parts I and II (You have to go through all pharmacy course once to pass this exam).

Step 2: The Pharmacist Evaluating Examination:

You must pass this written examination to be eligible for the Pharmacist Qualifying Examination –Parts I and II (You have to go through all pharmacy course once to pass this exam).

Step 3: The Pharmacist Qualifying Examination, Part I (MCQ) (Written) and Part II (OSCE) (Verbal).

Your final step to qualifying for certification with PEBC. When you have passed both Parts of the examination you will be certified and registered with PEBC as Qualified Pharmacist.

For this portion you have to really work hard and proper understanding of Drug and therapeutics.

Need 1000 hour of internship and IELTS 6.5 to get register with PEBC. Then after that job is not a issue, Drug store will be chasing you for Job.

Examination	Expense per Exam
Step 1 : Document Evaluation	530 CAD
Step 2 : Pharmacist Evaluation Exam	515 CAD
Step3 : MCQs and OSCE	400+1520 CAD
Total	2965 CAD

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Opening as CRA - Clinical Trial in Envision Scientific

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Envision Scientific Pvt. Ltd. is a leading provider of drug delivery technologies to the healthcare industry. Our developed technologies are designed to be utilized for various types of drug and different delivery systems. Its proprietary NANO ACTIVETM Technology is designed for drug delivery utilizing Nanotechnology from various types of devices and surfaces. We Vision ‘To have a Happy and Healthy World’. Envision Scientific was incorporated in 2008. The company is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 13485:2003 certified unit. The company was listed in the top 10 companies with IP fillings in the pharmaceutical sector for the year 2010 by the government of India gazette.

Post: CRA - Clinical Trial

No. of Post: 01

Job Description:

1. Perform assigned complex administrative tasks to support team members with project execution

2. Establish and maintain effective project/ site communications

3. Create and maintain relevant project documents

4. Good knowledge of applicable clinical research regulatory requirements: i.e.. ICH GCP and relevant local laws. Regulations and guidelines

5. Maintain Clinical data as stipulated and store them for the required duration in proper method so that any audit of Clinical data can be completed successfully by any Regulatory Authority

6. Strong written and verbal communication skills including good command of English language

7. Good problem solving skills & Good planning, time management and prioritization skills

8. Good software and computer skills, including MS Office applications including but not limited to Microsoft Word. Excel and PowerPoint

9. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.

10. Good data entry skills

Candidate Profile:

- Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field up to 1.5 years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

- Experience in conducting clinical studies.

- Should be familiar with FDA, EMA, DCGI Regulatory guidelines and regulatory requirement.

- Should have excellent communication and coordination skills

- Education: UG - B.Sc - Any Specialization, B.Pharma - Pharmacy

PG - M.Sc - Any Specialization, M.Pharma - Pharmacy

Additional Information:

Experience: up to 1.5 years 

Qualification: B.Pharm, B.Sc, Diploma or Degree in Clinical Research

Location: Surat, Gujarat

Salary: 10 to 15 thousand

Last Date: 5th March, 2016

Send your resume to : hr@espl.net.in

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Wanted faculty - Mesco College of Pharmacy

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The Mesco College of Pharmacy was established in 2002 by the Mesco educational Trust for Bachelor Pharmacy Course. The college is housed in a campus with an imposing building and most conducive atmospheres for academic excellence. Post-graduate programme was introduced in 2004. Invites Applications for the Posts of Professors, Associate Professors & Assistant Professors in Pharmacy.

Post: Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors

(All Specializations including Pharmacy Practice)

Qualification & Experience as per AICTE, PCI & O.U norms.

Application with detailed C.V and copies of certificates, testimonials & 2 passport size photographs to be sent within 07 days to the undersigned.

Location: Hyderabad

Education: B.Pharm, M.Pharm

Email: mescomcp2003@gmail.com

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Wanted Faculty - AnwarUl Uloom College of Pharmacy

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Anwar Ul Uloom College of Pharmacy is one of the specialist colleges in AP dedicated entirely to teaching and research in pharmaceutical sciences; with world-class teaching and a top rated research quality profile. Established in 1887 by the amalgamation of Hyderabad School and the Madarsa-i-Aliya, Nizam College is one of the oldest and most esteemed institutions of higher education in South India. It was affiliated to the University of Madras for 60 years after its inception, and was made a Constituent College of Osmania University on 19th February 1947. 

Post: Professors & Asso. Professors, Asst. Professors

Job Description: Our College offers B.Pharmacy, M.Pharmacy & Pharm.D. Courses. Applications are invited for the following posts from the eligible candidates. Complete resume with Photo & copies of certificates of qualification & experience can be submtted in person or by mail/Post on or before 20/02/2016 to the address mentioned below.

Post	Qualification	Specialization
Professors & Assoc.Professors	M.Pharm., Ph.D with experience as per AICTE & PCI norms	Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Ph. Analysis, Ph. Chemistry, Pharmacy Practice, Pharmacognosy
Asst. Professors	M.Pharm.	All Specializations
Lab Technician's	B.Pharm. D.Pharm or B.sc	-
Lab Attenders	Intermediate or SSC	-

Email: aucoph@gmail.com

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Drug Safety Associate at Covance - Freshers

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Manage the receipt and processing of all adverse event reports reported either spontaneously from any source or from a clinical trial. This includes, but is not limited to: 
Entry of safety data onto adverse event database(s) and tracking systems
Review of adverse events for completeness, accuracy and appropriateness for expedited reporting.

Write patient narratives

• Code adverse events accurately using MedDRA
• Determine expectedness/listedness against appropriate label
• Identifies clinically significant information missing from initial reports and ensures its collection
• Ensure case receives appropriate medical review
• Prepare follow-up correspondence consulting the medical staff accordingly.
• Ensure all cases that require expediting reporting to worldwide regulatory agencies are processed swiftly and appropriately within required timelines
• Reporting of endpoints to clients, regulatory authorities, ethics committees, investigators and Covance project personnel, if required, within study specified timelines.
• Maintain a strong understanding of Covance’s safety database conventions or client specific database conventions, as appropriate.
• Begin participating in signal detection and trend and pattern recognition activities, as appropriate.
• Begin preparing timely pharmacovigilance reports for products and safety issues, including Individual Case Summary Reports (ICSRs) of Serious Adverse Events
• Assist in the preparation of listings for Annual IND reports, Periodic Reports (PRs) and Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs).
• Work with Data Management or client on reconciliation of safety databases.
• Begin participating in the generation of monthly status and other project-specific reports ensuring the quality and accuracy of metrics and data provided.
• Support/train less experienced safety staff in all aspects of case-handling, adverse event reporting.
• Maintains a comprehensive understanding of Covance Safety’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WI), guidance documents and directives associated with safety management, reporting and pharmacovigilance.
• Possess knowledge of other procedural documents, e.g., SOPs, etc. that impact Safety.
• Ensure compliant safety reporting in accordance with US and international reporting regulations, SOPs and safety processing guidelines set forth by departmental management team and the client.
• Build and maintain good PV&DSS relationships across functional units.
• Demonstrate role-specific Competencies on a consistent basis.
• Demonstrate company Values on a consistent basis.
• Begin to develop a good knowledge of contract assumptions; identifying out of scope work.
• Read and understand Safety Management Plans (SMPs), Reconciliation Plans, and other safety-specific plans ensuring optimal efficiency.
• Begin participating in Covance project teams and client meetings as appropriate.
• Assist in the review of cumulative safety data for submission to Drug Safety Monitoring Boards (DSMBs), regulatory authorities or clients.
• Assist with the set-up of, and the provision of data to, Safety Committees/DSMBs.
• Assist in the co-ordination of endpoint committees, as required.
• Any other duties as assigned by management.

Education Required:
• Non-degree + 4-5 yrs relevant experience (or 2 yrs safety experience)*
• Associates Degree + 3-4 yrs relevant experience (or 1-2 yrs safety experience)*
• Associate degree RN + 2-3 yrs relevant experience (or 1-2 yrs safety experience)*
• BS/BA + 1-2 yrs relevant experience**
• MS/MA + 0 yr relevant experience**
• PharmD + 0 yrs relevant experience**

Degree preferred to be in one or more of the following disciplines: Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, Life Sciences, and Chemistry.
*Safety experience includes actual experience processing AE/SAE reports, generating narratives, queries, working within safety databases, and experience with regulatory submissions.
**Relevant experience includes experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry, partly in related areas such as Medical Affairs, Clinical Data Entry and Clinical Data Management, Clinical Data Monitor, Regulatory Affairs, or Quality Assurance.
• Speaking: English and local language.
• Writing/Reading: English and local language.

Experience Required:
• High degree of accuracy with attention to detail.
• Functions as a team player.
• Good Communication.
• Knowledge of medical and drug terminology desirable.
• Familiarity of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) related to clinical safety documentation.
• Familiarity with ICH Guidelines
• Familiarity of worldwide regulatory requirements and reporting of adverse event for both marketed and investigational products.
• Familiarity of worldwide regulatory requirements and reporting of adverse event for both marketed and investigational products.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.
• Good keyboard skills, preferably with knowledge of MS office and Windows would be beneficial.

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Pharmacists Wanted for Dubai

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Urgent requirement of Pharmacist for retail shops in Dubai for male candidates.
Qualification: B.Pharm, M.Pharm, MSc, BSc chemistry are eligible with or without experience.
Salary : AED 3000.00 for six months.
After DHA exam salary will be AED.5000.00
After one year salary will be AED.6000.00
MSc & BSc salary AED.3000.00
Free accommodation, free transportation & free medical benefits.
Mode of selection : CV
Contact number: 9037669901
Salary: INR 5,50,000 - 7,50,000 P.A

Desired Candidate Profile: Education- UG: B.Sc - Any Specialization, Chemistry, PG: M.Sc - Any Specialization, Chemistry. Doctorate: Any Doctorate - Any Specialization, Doctorate Not Required

Company Profile:

EIS : www.exprenza.com

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Pharmacist -Fortis Hospital : Fresher

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Job description: 

Issue & Return of Material against Patient indents from Stores and against Departmental indents.
Direct Issue of drugs/ medical consumable to Patient
Issue of Narcotics as per protocols
Receiving the material at Receiving Bay & Processing of Invoices.
Emergency Cash Purchase.
Receipt of consignment goods & Processing their Invoices on Consumption.
Physical Stock Verification.

Sale & return of material in OP Pharmacy.

Drug Expiry control and checking expires of medicine before dispensing to patients.

**Karnataka State Pharmacy Council Registration is mandate.

Role:Pharmacist/Chemist/Bio Chemist

Number of Openings: 5

Desired Candidate Profile: Education- UG: B.Pharma - Pharmacy, Diploma - Any Specialization. PG: M.Pharma - Pharmacy. Doctorate: Doctorate Not Required

Company Profile: Fortis Healthcare Ltd

Fortis Healthcare Limited is committed to clinical excellence and patient-centric healthcare, which is manifest in hospital design, patient services, medical programmes and the compassionate approach of medical and non-medical hospital staff. Fortis commissioned its first hospital in 2001 at Mohali, near Chandigarh, and has expanded its operations to become a network with an over 10,000 bed capacity across 68 hospitals.

Recruiter Name: Monika Priyadarshini

Contact Company: Fortis Healthcare Ltd

Email Address: monika.p@fortishealthcare.com

Website: http://www.fortishealthcare.com

Telephone: 080-41994493

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Ask an Expert : Earn Credits: Modules @ BMJ Learning

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Tanya is 33 and presents complaining of breakthrough bleeding with her contraceptive implant. It has been in situ for over two years and she has been getting altered bleeding for the last four months. She is up to date with her cervical cytology screening: her last one was taken 12 months ago and was normal. She had an STI screen six months ago and this was also normal.

How should you investigate and manage the patient in this scenario?

In this new module Ask an expert: Contraception in primary care

Dr Cindy Farmer offers expert answers to GPs’ questions on common practical challenges.

Key questions answered include:

• What is the latest evidence regarding long term safety of the contraceptive implant and injection on bone density?
• How important is family history when discussing contraception risks?
• Changes in bleeding are so common in women taking hormonal contraception. When and how should I investigate this?
• You can test your knowledge with case-based assessment questions at the end of the module and download a certificate of completion for your appraisal or training portfolio.

Other modules in the Ask an Expert series include:

Ask an expert: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis

Ask an expert: Chronic heart failure

Ask an expert: Psoriasis

Various Accreditation programmes offered through BMJ Learning that would fetch some credits.

Accreditor	credit	Accreditation statement
ASCOFAME	1:00 hour	BMJ Learning has assigned 1 hour of CPD/CME credit to this module. BMJ Learning modules are being certified for ASCOFAME VIRTUAL (Colombia).
Australian College of Nursing	1 credit, 1:00 hour	ACN 3LP participants can claim 1 CNE point per hour of active learning for modules that are directly related to their area of nursing practice (no limit).
Austrian Academy of Physicians	1 credit, 1:00 hour	BMJ Learning modules have been certified for DFT Punkte. DFT Punkte are accepted in Austria
BMJ Learning	1 credit, 1:00 hour	BMJ Learning has assigned one hour of CPD/CME credit to the module and related journal article
Bahrain Defence Force Hospital	1 credit, 1:00 hour	The Bahrain Defence Force Military Hospital represented by the Ministry of Defence Bahrain recognises BMJ Learning as being accredited for the purpose of continuous medical education (CME)/continuous professional development (CPD) in BDF. Healthcare professionals can thus claim continuous professional development credits for their activity in BMJ Learning. Completion of one module is considered the equivalent of one credit or one hour of learning.
Bhutan Medical and Health Council	1 credit, 1:00 hour	Bhutan Medical and Health Council has formally accredited all BMJ Learning online modules for continuous professional development. Bhutan Medical and Health Council will accept the CME credit provided by BMJ Learning to any registered members of Bhutan Medical and Health Council for renewal of their registration.
Delhi Medical Council	1 credit, 1:00 hour	The Delhi Medical Council recognises BMJ Learning as being accredited for the purpose of continuous medical education (CME)/continuous professional development (CPD). Doctors can thus claim continuous professional development credits for their activity in BMJ Learning. Completion of one module is considered the equivalent of 1 credit or 1 hour of learning.
Dubai Health Authority	1 credit, 1:00 hour	BMJ Learning is approved as a CME resource by the Dubai Health Authority (accreditation number 0254/11)
Iraqi Ministry of Health	1 credit, 1:00 hour	The Iraq Ministry of Health has accredited BMJ Learning for the purposes of CME. One module is the equivalent of one hour or one credit point.
Kuwait Institute for Medical Specialization	1 credit, 1:00 hour	Kuwait Institute for Medical Specialization (KIMS) of the Ministry of Health, State of Kuwait is the authority responsible for organising all aspects of postgraduate training of medical practitioners and other health professionals in Kuwait. Users within Kuwait can claim one hour or one credit per hour of learning completed.
Oman Medical Specialty Board	0.5 credits	The Oman Medical Specialty Board accredits this module for 0.5 credit points under Category II
Royal Australasian College of Physicians	1:00 hour	The RACP does not accredit CPD activities, but MyCPD Program guidelines state that fellows can claim a maximum of 50 credits per year for online learning under 'Category 6 - Other Learning Activities'.
The Colleges of Medicine of South Africa	3 credits	The Colleges of Medicine of South Africa has accredited this BMJ Learning module (accreditation number: MDB014/254/06/2010)
The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners	1 credit, 1:00 hour	RNZCGP endorses the British Medical Journal online CME programmes
The Supreme Council of Health in Qatar	1 credit, 1:00 hour	The Supreme Council of Health represented by the Accreditation Department of the Qatar Council for Health Practitioners recognizes the continuous medical education (CME)/continuing professional development (CPD) modules provided through BMJ Learning as Category II self-directed learning activities in the State of Qatar. Healthcare professionals in Qatar can thus claim continuing professional development credits for their activity on BMJ Learning, calculated as 1 credit unit per 1 hour (Organization Code OP-02).
Trinidad and Tobago Medical Association	0.5 credits, 1:00 hour	The Trinidad and Tobago Medical Association has accredited BMJ Learning. One module equates to 0.5 credits.

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