Nuclear Pharmacist

Cardinal Health•Kansas City, MO

1d•$104,300 - $149,100

About The Position

What Nuclear Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. Nuclear Pharmacy is responsible for providing radiopharmaceuticals and other drugs to medical care providers under highly regulated State and Federal guidelines; may also consult with or advise physicians and nuclear medicine technologists on the safe and efficacious use of radioactive drugs for diagnosis and therapy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD preferred
2-4 years of experience, preferred
Valid Pharmacist’s license in the state in which the pharmacy operates, or is in the process of obtaining a valid license
Ability to get pharmacist license in other states preferred
Working knowledge of biohazardous waste management procedures preferred
Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
Strong customer service skills
Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects
Demonstrated manual dexterity in order to dispense doses
Ability to manage weight up to 75 pounds
Willingness to travel if needed
Must hold a valid driver's license in the state in which the pharmacy is located or obtain one upon hire (If a Missouri resident must obtain a class E driver's license)
Comfortable driving in all types of weather conditions (rain, sleet, snow, fog, wind and sun)
Deliveries occur during both nighttime and daytime conditions.
Flexibility to work various shifts or overtime as needed
Intermediate computer skills (ability to use computers and tablets)
Prior Authorized User certification is preferred.
Nuclear Pharmacy Training can be provided.
Must complete at least 200 hours of academic training in a nuclear pharmacy through an accredited program
Authorized User: As defined in part by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, an individual who has completed a minimum of 700 hours of training in a structured educational program consisting of both didactic training and supervised on the job training in radiation physics, instrumentation, radiation protection, chemistry, math and radiation biology. This is usually divided into two sections: 200 hours of formal course work and 500 hours of supervised experience. For current pharmacists, the requirements are the same plus a preceptor statement of training from an Authorized Nuclear Pharmacist.
Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks
Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes actions to resolve
Applies judgment within defined parameters
Receives general guidance may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.
Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD preferred
2-4 years of experience, preferred
Ability to get pharmacist license in other states preferred
Working knowledge of biohazardous waste management procedures preferred
Prior Authorized User certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides pharmaceutical care to patients as a staff pharmacist, including compounding of nuclear medications, testing for quality through chromatography, and directing distribution of medication using a team of drivers.
Assesses and maintains pharmacy inventory and executes necessary orders, including reviews, to maintain optimal supply and ongoing availability of drugs, identifying and procuring alternative drugs to mitigate risks, when necessary.
Leads processes for hiring of pharmacy staff, onboarding, and performance management, including leadership of competency evaluations process and documentation.
Manages and directs internal workflows of nuclear pharmacy, including optimization of staffing and scheduling to maintain best-in-class and streamlined pharmacy operations.
Assists in execution of plans for lowering costs, increasing efficiency and driving profitable growth to support strategic business objectives in the nuclear pharmacy business.
Maintains relationships with outside suppliers and vendors to understand availability of drug components and assist in demand planning.
Participates in administrative tasks to facilitate nuclear pharmacy operations, including interactions with customers.

Benefits

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs