Staff Nuclear Pharmacist (Nuclear exp not required)

PHARMALOGIC HOLDINGS•Santa Clara, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Nuclear Pharmacist will play an essential role in assisting the Pharmacy Manager efforts for the safe, effective and client-focused operation of the Nuclear Pharmacy. This role involves compounding, preparing, and dispensing radiopharmaceuticals, performing quality control, and ensuring compliance with all regulations. The position also includes assisting with staff oversight, operational expenses, and providing clinical support and training.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS Pharm).
Valid pharmacist license in the state in which the pharmacy operates, or the ability to obtain a license within a reasonable timeframe.
Willingness to become an Authorized Nuclear Pharmacist (ANP) through provided education.
Ability to work a variety of schedules including overnights, evenings, holidays and weekends.
Possess a valid driver license.
Must possess excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills.
Manual dexterity for manipulating small items; regularly lift at least 50 pounds throughout each shift and to be able to lift 75 pounds on occasion.
Able to handle standing, walking and sitting for 4+ hours with limited rest intervals; good eye-hand coordination; fair eyesight (with or without correction lenses); normal hearing in at least one ear (hearing range of 20 Hz to 20 kHz); ability to analyze situations, set priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced and dynamic environment; effective organizational skills; a commitment to continuous learning; an ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Nuclear experience not required, training provided.

Responsibilities

Compounds, prepares and dispenses radiopharmaceuticals per physician prescriptions and Company, State and Federal regulations.
Performs Quality Control testing on all dispensed products. Assesses medications to determine identity, purity and strength; performs white blood cell labeling, enters daily elutions, kit preparations, and inventory audits.
Complies with all Company, State and Federal requirements for the handling and shipping of radioactive material. Keeps laboratory clean as per regulatory specifications.
Assists the Pharmacy Manager with overseeing pharmacy staff, technicians, lab workers and drivers. Has the capability to oversee running of the facility, known as Pharmacist in Charge, as needed.
Assists with the monitoring and control of operational expenses, inventory and purchasing of supplies within the pharmacy.
Provides clinical support for customers with radiopharmaceutical questions. Informs management of complaints or requests in a timely manner.
Provides training and instruction to pharmacy technicians, lab assistants and nuclear medicine technology students.
Follows Standard Operating Procedures while safely carrying out the responsibilities of position. Complies with all company safety standards, and all federal, state and local laws.
Performs other job-related duties as required by the Pharmacy Manager.