Job Title: Staff Nuclear Pharmacist (Nuclear experience not required, training provided)
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 (Nuclear experience not required, training provided) 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: - 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.
Job Requirements Skills Education: - 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.
Physical and Intellectual Requirements: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.
PHC offers a competitive compensation package and superior benefits. Come join our winning team and begin a fulfilling career with us by applying today.
