Nuclear Pharmacy Apprentice

Cardinal Health•Shreveport, LA

2d•$24

About The Position

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 Schedule Part -Time 10 hours per week. Saturday and Sunday from 2:00a to 6:00a. Candidate must be flexible to work different days, hours and schedules based on business need. Responsibilities in this role Under immediate direction of a qualified licensed Nuclear Staff Pharmacist, the Nuclear Pharmacy Apprentice assists with basic high-tech pharmacy services by preparing, dispensing, and distributing quality radiopharmaceuticals according to the rules and regulations of the State Board of Pharmacy.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
Enrollment in an accredited school of pharmacy
2 years general work experience preferred
Customer service skills
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
Must be 18 years of age to use a company vehicle if needed

Responsibilities

Assisting in preparing and dispensing radiopharmaceuticals in keeping with the prescription and Company, State and Federal regulations
Assisting in providing follow up service to the client or health care provider on an as needed basis
Assisting in assaying medications to determine identity, purity and strength
Assisting in performing white blood cell labeling
Entering data regarding daily elution, kit preparations, and incoming inventory into computer
Verifying physical inventory with computer records
Maintaining lab equipment by performing checks and tests on a regular basis
Performing other duties as required to insure a safe and efficient pharmacy operation