Job Title: Staff Nuclear Pharmacist (Nuclear experience not required, will train)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time

Pay Type: Salary

Pay Rate: $115,000 - $135,000

Reports To: Pharmacy Manager

Job Overview:

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:

• 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 or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.
• 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.