Nuclear Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health•Southfield, MI

About The Position

Nuclear Pharmacy Technicians support Nuclear Pharmacy operations by preparing and delivering radiopharmaceuticals and other drugs to medical care providers under highly regulated State and Federal guidelines. Under the immediate direction of a qualified licensed Staff Pharmacist, the technician is trained to draw, dispense, and package radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations. Work is closely supervised and reviewed for accuracy; deviations from standard procedures require supervisor approval. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Sunday through Thursday, from 12:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. After training, there may be an opportunity to move to four 10-hour shifts. Flexibility is required to work different days and hours, start early, stay late, or work overtime according to business needs. The position is benefit eligible from the first day of employment.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
At least 18 years of age because the role involves driving a company-owned vehicle.
Ability to manage up to 75 pounds.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Manual dexterity for occasional reaching, lifting, holding small objects, and dispensing doses.
Comfort performing repetitive motions and tasks.
Comfort working in a nuclear environment.
Ability to work weekends, on call, holidays, overtime, alternate days or shifts, or in a rotation.
Intermediate computer skills, including the ability to use computers and tablets.
May require vendor credentialing.

Nice To Haves

Registration with the State Board of Pharmacy, state licensure as a Pharmacy Technician, or PTCB certification.
National pharmacy technician registration or license.
Experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
Previous IV or clean room environment experience.
High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare prescriptions by typing labels and obtaining Staff Pharmacist approval.
Draw doses into syringes or vials.
Perform quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with Federal, State, company, and manufacturer guidelines.
Receive, document, and store incoming and outgoing pharmaceuticals according to Department of Transportation and company guidelines.
Maintain computer inventory and records to ensure proper use of materials and accounting for prescription drugs.
Assist with or perform labeling of blood cell products.
Perform general laboratory and facility cleanup.
Perform clerical and administrative services as needed, including maintaining daily records, preparing receipts and reports, and maintaining billing records.
Make deliveries to accounts using company vehicles as needed.
Speak with customers by telephone and address their questions or concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.