Pharmacy Technician (Nights)

Cardinal Health•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

Nuclear Pharmacy provides radiopharmaceuticals and other drugs to medical care providers under highly regulated state and federal guidelines, and may advise physicians and nuclear medicine technologists on the safe and effective use of radioactive drugs for diagnosis and therapy. Under the immediate direction of a qualified licensed Staff Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician is trained to draw, dispense, and package radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations. The role works under close supervision, with work reviewed for accuracy and deviations approved by a supervisor before proceeding. This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 1:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., with weekend rotations every third or fourth weekend, one or two holidays per year, and on-call rotations one or two times per month. Flexibility to work different shifts, schedules, holidays, days, and overtime as needed is required. The pay rate is $20.00 per hour; the position is not bonus eligible.

Requirements

Must hold a valid driver's license.
Must be at least 18 years old because the role involves driving a company-owned vehicle.
Ability to manage weight 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 shifts, holidays, overtime, alternate days or shifts, or rotations.
Intermediate computer skills, including ability to use computers and tablets.

Nice To Haves

Registration with the State Board of Pharmacy, state licensure as a Pharmacy Technician, or PTCB certification.
Experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
Previous IV or clean room environment experience.
High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience.
Vendor credentialing may be required.

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 material utilization and accounting for prescription drugs.
Assist with and/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, preparing reports, and maintaining billing records.
Make deliveries to accounts using company vehicles as needed.
Speak with customers by telephone and address questions or concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.