Nuclear Pharmacist

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. 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. Licensed. Through effective leadership and coordination with a team of direct reports, the primary purpose of the Pharmacist II, Nuclear is to manage, facilitate, and oversee execution of day-to-day operations of the nuclear pharmacy. The Pharmacist II, Nuclear has completed all necessary training and is licensed to be a practicing nuclear pharmacist in their state of occupation. As such, this job has responsibility for optimizing pharmacy operations and procedures to ensure consistent and efficient delivery to control costs, minimize waste, maximize customer satisfaction and deliver positive patient outcomes while maintaining compliance with Federal and state regulatory agencies. In addition, this job has responsibility for managing inventory, processing orders, compounding patient-specific doses of drugs and directing a team of drivers to deliver medications after they have been tested for quality. Provides pharmaceutical care to patients as a staff pharmacist, including compounding of nuclear medications, testing for quality through chromatography, and directing distribution of medication using a team of drivers. Assesses and maintains pharmacy inventory and executes necessary orders, including reviews, to maintain optimal supply and ongoing availability of drugs, identifying and procuring alternative drugs to mitigate risks, when necessary. Manages and directs internal workflows of nuclear pharmacy, including optimization of staffing and scheduling to maintain best-in-class and streamlined pharmacy operations. Assists in execution of plans for lowering costs, increasing efficiency and driving profitable growth to support strategic business objectives in the nuclear pharmacy business. Maintains relationships with outside suppliers and vendors to understand availability of drug components and assist in demand planning. Participates in administrative tasks to facilitate nuclear pharmacy operations, including interactions with customers. May oversee running of the facility (known as Pharmacist in Charge) if needed. Performs other job-related duties as required to ensure the goals and objectives of the department are met including delivering doses if necessary. Qualifications include Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD, valid Pharmacist’s license in the state in which the pharmacy operates or in process of obtaining one, completion of at least 200 hours of academic training in nuclear pharmacy, working knowledge of biohazardous waste management, strong customer service skills, manual dexterity, ability to lift up to 55 pounds, willingness to travel, valid driver's license, flexibility to work various shifts including weekends, holidays, and on call rotations, and intermediate computer skills. Prior Authorized User certification preferred. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.