Nuclear Pharmacist

Description

The Memphis/Cordova Nuclear Pharmacist is responsible for following good sterile compounding practices in preparation and dispensing of radiopharmaceuticals.  Acts as the shift supervisor in line with pharmacy policy & procedures during their respective shift. 

Why Should I Join RLS?

. Great team and training opportunities.

. Benefit eligible on first day of employment.  

· 401k with 100% employer match up to the first 3% and 50% of the next 2% you contribute and immediate vesting.

. Paid time off and holiday pay.

. Parental leave benefits.

What are a Nuclear Pharmacist’s Responsibilities: 

·  Exemplifies compliance with all regulations, Company Policies, Corporate Standards and Health and Safety rules related to area of responsibility. 

·  Process and review customer orders from initial receipt through final packaging accurately and consistently. 

·  Accurately set up and compound radiopharmaceuticals. 

·  Manages the shift per which they are assigned in alignment with the pharmacy policy & procedures.  Directs all employee activity during their shift. 

·  Supervise and/or perform leukocyte labeling procedures. 

·  Handle, package and deliver radiopharmaceuticals and hazardous materials in compliance with Company Policies, Corporate Standards and Health and Safety rules related to area of responsibility.  

·  Monitor and maintain appropriate level of drug inventory and other business necessary supplies. 

·  Supervise and/or perform required tests on equipment (e.g., dose calibrator constancy and survey meter checks) and manually record results. 

·  Supervise and/or perform quality control tests on prepared products to ensure all quality requirements have been met.  

·  Provide training and supervision to employees to assure all lab activities are performed in compliance with regulations and initiatives, Company Policies and Health and Safety rules. 

·  Supervise and/or process returned medical waste and maintain returned reusable supplies in compliance with all regulations and Company Policies. 

·  Supervise and maintain cleanliness of lab in accordance with the facility housekeeping schedules, which may include but are not limited to: mopping, sweeping, cleaning and tidy workspaces, and removal of waste from facility. 

·  Supervise the bio-hazardous waste disposal and prepares paperwork for shipment & tracking.  

·  Supervise and/or perform radiation wipes and surveys on shipping containers, pharmacy supplies, incoming packages, workspaces and vehicles.  

·  Actively participate in maintaining a safe work environment by completing required training, providing suggestions for improving the health and safety program and bringing unsafe acts and/or conditions to the attention of management. 

·  Support Pharmacy Operations by accurately entering regulatory, sales, customer or other required information into pharmacy computer system. 

What Experiences and Education Do I Need to Bring to RLS? 

·  A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and/or a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Board of Pharmacy intern licensure/permit currently and enrolled in a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) program, with an expected graduation date within one year. 

·  Willingness to become an authorized user of radioactive materials 

·  Licensed or eligible to become licensed to practice pharmacy 

·  Willingness to work on an on-call basis, with the expectation that you can arrive to the pharmacy within 45 minutes. 

·  Ability to accommodate shift changes based on business needs 

·  Valid driver’s license to operate in necessary delivery area 

·  Able to lift 25 to 50 lbs. routinely with an occasional 70 lbs.

·  Willing to submit to a drug test and background check 

·  Authorized to work in the United States 

·  Previous experience preparing and/or dispensing sterile compounded pharmaceuticals or radiopharmaceuticals is preferred. 

·  Previous experience working in a clean room environment is preferred.  

·  Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner, both with co-workers & external customers is preferred.  

·  Ability to prioritize job duties. Successfully balances proactive versus reactive tasks is preferred. 

·  Handles multiple tasks quickly without forfeiting quality is preferred. 

All About RLS:

From our couriers on the road to our technicians and pharmacists in the labs, RLS empowers employees to act as owners, playing a critical role as true partners in our business. Led by a seasoned team of industry veterans, RLS is one of America’s highest-quality radiopharmaceutical providers, operating 33 radiopharmacies across 20 states