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_What Nuclear Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health_

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

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.

Schedule

Monday-Friday from 2:00am-10:30am

Responsibilities

Prepares and makes deliveries to customer accounts on assigned route using a company vehicle

Packages radiopharmaceutical medication for shipment, performs testing, and loads/unloads containers

Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks

Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area

Performs quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with Federal, State, Company and manufacturer's guidelines

Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications

Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution

Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods

Performs quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with Federal, State, Company and manufacturer's guidelines

Works under close supervision. All work is reviewed for accuracy. Any deviations from the norm are approved by the supervisor before proceeding

Qualifications

Active PR Pharmacy Technician License and Registration is required

Associate degree as Pharmacy Technician is required

Must hold a PR valid driver's license and have a good driving record

Prior delivery driving experience a plus

Ability to lift containers weighing 70+ pounds

Strong customer service and communication skills

Ability to work night shifts, weekends and/or holidays and to work various shift is required

Experience in Hospital IV compounding and Sterile environment is preferred

Demonstrated ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets

_What is expected of you and others at this level_

Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks

Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area

Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications

Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution

Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods

Adheres to all quality guidelines

Works under moderate degree of supervision

Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor

Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor

_Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._

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