Certified Pharmacy Technician (Nights)

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Oakwood (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plan

HSA

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. is seeking an experienced Nuclear Pharmacy technician to support radiopharmaceutical dispensing under strict regulatory guidelines.

You will prepare and label doses under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, performing quality checks and assisting with daily operations. The position features an overnight Sunday-Thursday schedule (10:30pm–12:30am typical start times), 40 hours per week, and benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ohio Certified Pharmacy Technician required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare prescriptions by labeling and obtaining pharmacist approval.
• Draw doses into syringes or vials for radiopharmaceuticals.
• Perform quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals.
• Assist in daily operations including inventory and reporting.
• Lead pharmacy technicians during shifts and ensure timely delivery of medications.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Flexibility

Education

Ohio Certified Pharmacy Technician

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

What Nuclear Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

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

• 40 hours weekly
• This is an overnight schedule that operates Sunday - Thursday. Schedule times vary, but shifts typically start between 10:30pm-12:30am
• Example shifts include, but are not limited to: 10:30 PM - 6:30 AM, 11 PM - 7 AM, 11:30 PM - 7:30 AM, 12 AM - 8 AM, 12:30 AM - 8:30 AM.
• Candidate must be flexible to work different days, hours and schedules based on business need.

This position is benefit eligible the first day of employment. This includes medical, dental, vision, Paid Time Off, education assistance, 401K and more!

Responsibilities

Under the immediate direction of a qualified licensed Staff Pharmacist, you will be trained to draw, dispense, and package radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with the regulations of the State Board of Pharmacy. Many of your duties will include:

• Prepares prescriptions by typing labels and obtain Staff Pharmacist approval
• Draws doses into either a syringe or vial
• Performs quality assurance tests on instruments and radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with Federal, State, Company and manufacturer's guidelines
• Assists pharmacist in preparing facility for daily operations through cleaning, equipment testing, maintenance of inventory, restocking, and preparing reports and other records.

• Follows standard operating procedures to organize, prepare and dispense radioactive medications, as specified by manufacturers and in line with customer needs.
• Acts as a shift lead for pharmacy technicians and follows standard operating procedures to organize, prepare and dispense radioactive medications, as specified by manufacturers and in line with customer needs.
• Collects and processes customer orders to ensure efficient communication and timely delivery of medications to patients.
• Performs administrative pharmacy tasks, such as billing, answering questions and assisting customers to facilitate pharmacy operations and customer satisfaction.
• Maintains pharmacy safety through following and recording completion of daily infection control procedures.
• Assists in training and development of staff through mentorship of pharmacy tech trainees.
• Assists dispatchers and drivers in preparing packages for delivery and on occasion may make deliveries using company vehicle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Ohio Certified Pharmacy Technician required
• Previous IV or clean room environment experience is a plus
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting, holding of small objects, and dispensing doses
• Ability to manage weight up to 75 pounds
• May require vendor credentialing
• Valid driver's license
• Minimum of 18 years of age due to driving of company owned vehicle
• Intermediate computer skills (ability to use computers and tablets)
• Flexibility to work various shifts
• Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks
• Comfortable working in a nuclear environment

Anticipated hourly range:

$19.70 per hour - $28.10 per hour

Bonus eligible:

No

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close:

10/3/2026. The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.