Nuclear Pharmacist - Radiology

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Healthcare Department of Radiology is seeking a Nuclear Pharmacist to provide patient-oriented service using the scientific knowledge and professional judgment needed to promote health and ensure the safe and effective use of radioactive drugs for diagnosis and therapy. The role prepares and dispenses radiopharmaceuticals, performs quality control, maintains regulatory and departmental records, and manages radiopharmaceutical inventory, procurement, receipt, shipping, storage, and disposal. The pharmacist also provides information and education to healthcare personnel, patients, students, residents, and others; supports research and clinical trials; contributes to departmental policies, budgets, goals, and charges; serves as a liaison with other university and healthcare areas; and participates in regulatory and accreditation inspections. General supervision is received from the Director of Nuclear Medicine. Functional supervision may be exercised over assigned Nuclear Medicine technologists and students. This is a regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
Two years of experience in nuclear pharmacy practice.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment.
Eligibility for or current license by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners.
Recognition as an Authorized Nuclear Pharmacist by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission or Iowa Department of Public Health.

Nice To Haves

Active board certification in Nuclear Pharmacy.
Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple stakeholders and tasks, manage details, and deliver results in an environment with competing demands.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

Prepare and dispense radioactive drugs and devices according to physician orders and applicable regulations and policies.
Perform appropriate quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals.
Maintain transaction, monitoring, test-result, and other required documentation.
Maintain radiopharmaceutical and supply inventory, ensuring proper storage conditions, security, radiation safety, and stability.
Procure and receive radiopharmaceuticals and supplies in compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Pack and ship expired radiopharmaceuticals and radioactive sources in compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Store and dispose of radioactive, hazardous chemical, and biologic waste in compliance with applicable regulations and policies.
Participate in departmental in-service education and training, including education and training for students, residents, and others.
Assist with research and special projects, including radiopharmacy activities related to Investigational New Drugs and clinical trials.
Provide information to physicians, healthcare personnel, patients, and others about radiopharmaceutical selection, dosage, side effects, radiation exposure, drug interactions, interventions, and other relevant information.
Assist in reviewing and revising the UI Health Care Formulary and Handbook, departmental policies and procedures, and other documents.
Assist with departmental planning, budget preparation, and determination of radiopharmaceutical supply charges.
Serve as a liaison between the Department and other areas, including UI Health Care Pharmacy Department and the University’s Environmental Health and Safety Office.
Participate in preparations for and during inspections by regulatory, accreditation, and other entities.
May exercise functional supervision over assigned Nuclear Medicine technologists and students.