Pharmacy Technician Job
Job Description Job Attributes+
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Job ID
0a51f336-2ad6-42f5-bade-283b63971343
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Req #
20174375
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Job Location
1500A Tomlynn St
Richmond, VA 23230, US -
Job Category
Pharmacy Operations
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Job Type
Regular
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Schedule
Full time
Unique compounding pharmacy opportunity! No calling insurance companies, no direct patient contact and paid on the job training
$1,500 gross new hire sign-on bonus offeredShift/Schedule
40 hours per week.Monday – Friday 12:30 am – 8:30 am. Holidays if they fall on a weekday.Candidate must be flexible to work different days, schedules, come in early or stay late, hours or overtime based on business needs.What Nuclear Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health
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.
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Tech I, Nuclear Pharmacy is to assist the pharmacist and Tech II in pharmacy operations and customer interactions, including answering questions and relaying information to physicians and pharmacists. As a trainee, the Tech I, Nuclear Pharmacy is involved in learning all basic aspects of facility and equipment preparation, including cleaning, inventory management and how to perform and record all tasks as mandated by law. As part of operating in a nuclear pharmacy, this job assists in performing quality checks, functional testing, and participating in the dispensing process. In addition, this job assists in order preparation, entry and fulfillment as well as completing ad hoc tasks, as required.
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Prepares prescriptions by typing labels and obtain Staff Pharmacist approvalDraws doses into either a syringe or vialPerforms quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with Federal, State, Company and manufacturer's guidelinesReceives, documents, and stores incoming and outgoing pharmaceuticals according to the Department of Transportation and Company guidelinesMaintains computer inventory and records to ensure proper utilization of materials and accounting for Rx drugsAssists and/or perform in the labeling of blood cell productsPerforms general laboratory and facility clean upMay perform clerical and administrative services including maintenance of daily records, preparation of receipts, report preparation, and maintenance of billing recordsMakes deliveries to accounts with company vehicles as needed. Approximately 20% of the time or as neededSpeaks with customers and address questions and/or concerns via telephone Works under close supervision. All work is reviewed for accuracy. Any deviations from the norm are approved by the supervisor before proceedingOther duties as assigned Registered Virginia Pharmacy Technician requiredHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred0-1 years of experience, preferredPast IV experience is a plusValid driver's license and good driving record requiredMinimum of 18 years of age due to driving of company owned vehicle requiredStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong customer service skillsManual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objectsDemonstrated manual dexterity to dispense dosesAbility to manage up to 75 poundsFlexibility to work various shiftsComfortable performing repetitive motions/tasksComfortable working in a nuclear environmentAbility to work overtime with little or no advance noticeIntermediate computer skills (ability to use computers and tablets)What is expected of you and others at this level
Applies knowledge and company policies to complete a variety of tasksDemonstrates a working knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibilityMaintains appropriate licenses, training and certificationsWorks on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issuesMay assist in recommendation of processes on new assignmentsAdheres to all quality guidelinesWorks with limited supervisionWork occasionally involves review of output by work lead or supervisorMay provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programs