If you’re passionate about healthcare and dedicated to making a positive impact, Baxter offers a unique opportunity. As an Associate in Pharmacovigilance (PV), based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India, you’ll be part of a global team committed to enhancing patient safety and improving healthcare outcomes worldwide.
About Baxter
With over 85 years of pioneering healthcare innovation, Baxter is a leader in medical technology and products that sustain lives. Our mission is to positively impact patients across the globe—whether through lifesaving products found in hospitals or therapies administered at home. Baxter’s culture is grounded in purpose, providing employees a collaborative and inspiring work environment where they can make a meaningful difference.
Responsibilities in the Pharmacovigilance Role
As a member of the Global Patient Safety (GPS) Safety Operations team, the Associate in Pharmacovigilance is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and timely handling of safety data. Here’s a closer look at the key responsibilities:
- Adverse Event Processing
- Process adverse event reports from various sources, including full data entry, seriousness determination, and evaluation of causality.
- Identify the correct suspect drug in the Pharmacovigilance Safety System.
- Narrative Writing and Medical Coding
- Create summaries of medical information for individual case safety reports.
- Code medical terms using standardized dictionaries, such as MedDRA.
- Case Investigation and Follow-Up
- Conduct case investigations by requesting additional medical information, query generation, and follow-ups with local affiliates.
- Quality Control and Case Management
- Perform quality checks as necessary and conduct case clean-up for aggregate report preparation.
Qualifications for the Role
To excel in this role, candidates should possess a combination of medical and clinical knowledge and experience in patient care or related fields. Key qualifications include:
- Educational Background
- A degree in nursing, pharmacy, science, or an equivalent field.
- Professional Experience
- 2-3 years of experience in hospital or patient care.
- Preferred experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in Regulatory or Safety roles.
Skills Required
Ideal candidates will bring a well-rounded skill set, including:
- Communication Skills
- Strong oral and written communication abilities to liaise with global teams and summarize medical information accurately.
- Attention to Detail
- An ability to work under tight deadlines and handle changing priorities while ensuring data accuracy.
- Teamwork and Independence
- Operate effectively in team settings while managing independent tasks as required.
- Knowledge of Safety Regulations
- Familiarity with global and regional safety regulations.
