Associate Radiochemist

Northwell Health

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About The Position

Participates in the production and distribution of PET radiopharmaceuticals and research radiopharmaceuticals under the supervision of a Radiochemist. The position also involves processing and verifying supplies, maintaining department records, performing quality control testing, and carrying out equipment maintenance and environmental monitoring while adhering to applicable health, safety, and environmental requirements.

This position works an overnight shift, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• 0–1 years of relevant experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate degree in a science-related major preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process radiopharmaceutical input supplies and verify deliveries against established acceptance criteria.
• Record receipt of chemicals, reagents, precursors, and related supplies in the department computer system; transport and store items according to established policies and procedures.
• Participate in manufacturing and distributing PET radiopharmaceuticals and research radiopharmaceuticals under the supervision of a Radiochemist.
• Set up equipment, reagents, and related supplies.
• Perform related quality control testing of produced radiopharmaceuticals.
• Package and ship certified radiopharmaceuticals to an external pharmaceutical distributor.
• Record activities in the department computer system in accordance with internal and external requirements.
• Perform related equipment maintenance and environmental monitoring, and report deviations to management.
• Follow applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level