Technician I, Nuclear Pharmacy (1:00 am - 9:30 am Monday - Friday)
Location: Beltsville, Maryland
Description: Cardinal Health is currently interviewing Technician I, Nuclear Pharmacy (1:00 am - 9:30 am Monday - Friday) right now, this vacancy will be ordered in Maryland. Further informations about this vacancy opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Description
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Technician I, Nuclear Pharmacy (1:00 am - 9:30 am Monday - Friday)
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Business Segment: Pharmaceutical Segment
Business Unit: Nuclear Pharmacy Services
Cardinal Health's pharmaceutical segment operates the world's largest network of nuclear pharmacies and is expanding its positron emission tomography (PET) agent manufacturing capabilities. For over a quarter of a century, the Nuclear Pharmacy Services business of Cardinal Health has set the standard for the radiopharmaceutical industry. This business is responsible for manufacturing, dispensing and delivering products that aid in the early diagnosis and treatment of disease. Nuclear Pharmacy Services, whose network of over 150 pharmacies fills 65% of radiopharmaceutical unit doses nationwide, has consistently demonstrated leadership through innovation and a commitment to excellence. Because of this commitment, our customers and their patients benefit from the latest, safest, most efficient methods of dispensing radiopharmaceuticals.
What Nuclear Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health
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
What is expected of you for success in your role
Demonstrates basic knowledge of radiopharmaceutical compounding and dispensing procedures
Follows basic radiation safety principles as outlined in the corporate radiation safety manual
Follows established guidelines for the dispensing of routine prescription orders, under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist
Follows established guidelines for delivery routing
Assists in non-dispensing activities
Follows established guidelines for the operation of survey meters, dose calibrators and wipe test analyzers, under direct supervision
What is expected of you and others at this level in Pharmacy Operations for functional success
Works to understand complex functional situations by paying attention to the details of the tasks at hand and by breaking them down into smaller pieces
Proactively develops and maintains broad knowledge of the technical disciplines in own functional area(s); applies broad knowledge of trends and best practices in a manner that ensures exceptional performance and results.
Ensures that customers have a positive experience; commits to meet or exceed customer expectations.
Jointly develops practical implementation plans that consider cultural sensitivities with other accountable parties.
Measures and evaluates the effectiveness of protocols, programs or deliverables; compares measurement results to standards and takes immediate action to close gaps identified.
Accountabilities in this role
Under the immediate direction of a qualified licensed Staff Pharmacist, you will be trained to draw, dispense, and package radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with the regulations of the State Board of Pharmacy.
Many of your duties will include:
- Prepare prescriptions by typing labels and obtaining Staff Pharmacist approval
- Draw doses into either a syringe or vial
- Perform quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with Federal, State, company and manufacturer’s guidelines
- Receive, document, and store incoming and outgoing pharmaceuticals according to the Department of Transportation and company guidelines
- Maintain computer inventory and records to ensure proper utilization of materials and accounting for Rx drugs
- Assist and/or perform in the labeling of blood cell products
- Perform general laboratory and facility clean up
- May perform clerical and administrative services including maintenance of daily records, preparation of receipts, report preparation, and maintenance of billing records
- Make deliveries to accounts with company vehicles as needed
Dublin
(
Columbus
), OH. This weeklong class will cover in greater detail all the material that was previously studied through the self study modules. With successful completion of the class and an exam at the end of the week, you will have earned your certification as a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician.
Hours are typically Monday through Friday between 1:00 am and 9:30 am.
Possible weekends, holiday and on call Candidate must be flexible to work other schedules and days based on business need.
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred
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Must currently hold a MD State Pharmacy Technician license/registration or a National Pharmacy Technician certificate to obtain MD license/registration
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Strong verbal and written communication skills required
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Strong customer service skills required
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Valid driver's license and good driving record required
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Ability to lift 55 lbs required
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Flexibility to work various shifts as required
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Comfortable working in a nuclear environment required
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Comfortable with repetitive tasks required
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Intermediate computer skills required
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Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment required
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Ability to work weekends or be in a weekend rotation required
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Ability to work holidays or be in a holiday rotation required
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Past experience drawing doses into a syringe or vial a plus
Past experience in a leadership role preferred
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Cardinal Health.
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This vacancy will be opened on: Mon, 16 Jul 2012 23:40:18 GMT
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