Job Title: Staff Nuclear Pharmacist (Nuclear Experience not Required)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Type: Full-time
Pay Type: Salary
Pay Rate: $115,000 - $135,000
Reports To: Pharmacy Manager
Role Summary:
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.
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
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Compounds, prepares and dispenses radiopharmaceuticals per physician prescriptions and Company, State and Federal regulations.
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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.
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Complies with all Company, State and Federal requirements for the handling and shipping of radioactive material. Keeps laboratory clean as per regulatory specifications.
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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.
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Assists with the monitoring and control of operational expenses, inventory and purchasing of supplies within the pharmacy.
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Provides clinical support for customers with radiopharmaceutical questions. Informs management of complaints or requests in a timely manner.
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Provides training and instruction to pharmacy technicians, lab assistants and nuclear medicine technology students.
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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.
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Performs other job-related duties as required by the Pharmacy Manager.
Job Requirements Skills Education:
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Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.
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Valid pharmacist license in the state in which the pharmacy operates, or the ability to obtain a license within a reasonable timeframe.
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Willingness to become an Authorized Nuclear Pharmacist (ANP) through provided education.
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Ability to work a variety of schedules including overnights, evenings, holidays and weekends.
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Possess a valid driver license.
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Must possess excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills.
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Ability to lift containers weighing up to 50 pounds.
