Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

Nuclear Pharmacy provides radiopharmaceuticals and other drugs to medical care providers under highly regulated state and federal guidelines. It may also consult with or 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 supports daily pharmacy operations, customer service, inventory and records management, safety procedures, and timely delivery of medications. Work is performed under close supervision and reviewed for accuracy; deviations from established procedures require supervisor approval. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional holiday or weekend shift rotations may be required. The candidate must be flexible to work different days, schedules, hours, or overtime based on business needs. The role is benefit-eligible from the first day of employment. Pay is $22.00 per hour and the position is not bonus-eligible.

Requirements

Nevada Pharmacy Technician registration is required.
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.
Flexibility to work various shifts.
Comfort performing repetitive motions and tasks.
Comfort working in a nuclear environment.
Intermediate computer skills, including the ability to use computers and tablets.
May require vendor credentialing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, equivalent, or equivalent work experience preferred.
National pharmacy technician certification preferred.
Experience as a Pharmacy Technician preferred.
Previous IV or clean-room environment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare prescriptions by typing labels and obtaining Staff Pharmacist approval.
Draw doses into a syringe or vial.
Perform quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals according to 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 and address questions or concerns by telephone.
Assist the pharmacist in preparing the facility for daily operations, including cleaning, equipment testing, inventory maintenance, restocking, and preparing reports and other records.
Collect and process customer orders to support efficient communication and timely delivery of medications to patients.
Perform administrative pharmacy tasks, such as billing, answering questions, and assisting customers.
Maintain pharmacy safety by following and recording daily infection-control procedures and properly handling radioactive materials.
Assist with staff training and development by mentoring pharmacy technician trainees.
Perform other duties as assigned.