Nuclear Pharmacy Technician (Part-Time)
About The Position
What Nuclear Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health 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. Job Summary The primary purpose of the Tech II, Nuclear Pharmacy is to assist the pharmacist in pharmacy operations and customer interactions, including answering questions and relaying information to physicians and pharmacists. The Tech II, Nuclear Pharmacy participates in all aspects of facility and equipment preparation, including inventory management and performing and recording all tasks as mandated by law. As part of operating in a nuclear pharmacy, this job assists in compounding of drugs in line with manufacturer specifications, performing quality checks, and participating in the dispensing process. In addition, this job assists in order preparation, entry and fulfillment as well as completing ad hoc tasks, as required.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent or equivalent work experience, preferred
- 1-2 years of experience, preferred.
- Nuclear or IV experience a plus.
- Missouri State Pharmacy Technician license or intern license preferred
- Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
- May need to get a Class E Driver's license.
- Minimum of 18 years of age due to driving of company owned vehicle required
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Flexibility to work various shifts is preferred
- Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks
- Comfortable working in a nuclear environment
- Ability to work weekends or be in a weekend rotation
- Ability to work holidays or be in a holiday rotation
- Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets
- Customer/vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided during if you are selected for an interview
Responsibilities
- Assists pharmacist in preparing facility for daily operations through cleaning, equipment testing, maintenance of inventory, restocking, and preparing reports and other records.
- Follows standard operating procedures to organize, prepare and dispense radioactive medications, as specified by manufacturers and in line with customer needs.
- Collects and processes customer orders to ensure efficient communication and timely delivery of medications to patients.
- Performs administrative pharmacy tasks, such as billing, answering questions and assisting customers to facilitate pharmacy operations and customer satisfaction.
- Maintains pharmacy safety through following and recording completion of daily infection control procedures.
- Assists in training and development of staff through mentorship of pharmacy tech trainees.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
