New Job Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration (Mcsr) Facilities Inspector In Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is seeking personable and experienced inspector to join the Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration (MCSR) Program at the Bureau of Professional Health Licensure. The MCSR program inspects facilities for the safe, secure storage of controlled substances and issues registrations to providers and facilities so they may conduct approved activities such as manufacture, distribute, purchase, prescribe, administer, and/or possess controlled substance.

Duties & Responsibilities (These are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Inspects and evaluates the physical security features and accountability policies for controlled substances in establishments engaged in the manufacturing, handling, processing, storage, distribution, and sale across the Commonwealth.
• Produce an inspection report for each facility inspection.
• Make recommendations to the MCSR team to approve or withhold approval of the MCSR application.
• Communicates directly with facility representatives regarding inspection scheduling and findings.
• Oversees the weekly triage process for the scheduling of inspections of new facilities seeking an MCSR to authorize the storage of controlled substances on site.
• Conducts special investigations related to drug diversion and consumer complaints.
• Maintains liaison with local authorities, law enforcement, and regulatory agency personnel to exchange information and resolve problems.
• Coordinates with area DEA officials and other state and federal licensing authorities for joint inspections.
• Assists in the improvement of inspection tools for inspectors that covers drug security storage features and equipment.
• Participates in the review of information on the Drug Control Program’s website regarding requirements for prescription drug security to assist applicants prepare for an inspection and update or amend as needed.
• Assists in the review and processing of Facility MCSR applications.

Required Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the types and characteristics of various drugs.
• Knowledge of the methods used in the manufacturing, handling, processing, storage and distribution of food, food products and drugs.
• Strong knowledge of inspection methods and techniques as they pertain to the manufacturing, handling, processing, storage and distribution, of food, food products and drugs.
• Knowledge of the methods of general report writing.
• Ability to utilize investigative techniques to obtain information

Preferred Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree with a major in science, criminal justice, pharmacy, pharmacology, or business administration or higher degree plus three years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in a related field.

Note: This position will require in-state travel up to 50% or more of the time.

About the Department of Public Health:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth.

We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to assure that the conditions under which people live are most conducive to health and enable people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. We license health professionals, healthcare facilities and a variety of businesses that impact public health. We operate the state laboratory and four public health hospitals. We monitor health status and manage vital records including births, marriages and deaths. We educate people about public health issues and work closely with local boards of health and community partners to identify and solve public health problems.

More information can be found at: MA Department of Public Health

Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #2