Manager, Nuclear Pharmacy

Cardinal Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 122,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plan

Wages access with myFlexPay

Job summary

Cardinal Health’s Nuclear Pharmacy Manager oversees one of the company’s nuclear pharmacies, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations and timely delivery of radiopharmaceuticals. The role drives local strategy with expert regulatory knowledge and strong customer relations.

The position requires a PharmD or equivalent, valid license, substantial nuclear pharmacy training, and supervisory experience. Travel and varied shifts may be required as part of responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Valid Pharmacist license in the operating state or in process.
• Minimum 200 hours of nuclear pharmacy training through an accredited program.
• 8–12 years related pharmacy experience preferred.
• At least 1 year supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to work varied shifts and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Directs nuclear pharmacy operations to align with SOPs and regulatory standards.
• Implements changes from leadership and shares best practices locally.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal radiopharmaceutical regulations.
• Oversees personnel management, recruitment and development within the site.
• Collaborates with Sales on product commitments and pricing within guidelines.
• Manages budget and reports financial and operational performance.

Skills

Nuclear pharmacy knowledge

Supervisory experience

Pharmacy leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD

Valid Pharmacist license

200 hours nuclear pharmacy training

Job description

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. Licensed. The Manager, Nuclear Pharmacy oversees one of Cardinal Health’s nuclear pharmacies to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations and timely, quality delivery of radiopharmaceuticals to customers. This job’s successful management of the nuclear pharmacy drives the business units’ operating margins and earnings. With expert knowledge of the local market, the Manager provides input into short- to mid-term commercial strategy and, through strong customer service and relationships, builds the foundation for the long-term growth of the business unit.

Responsibilities

• Drives operational efficiency by directing the nuclear pharmacy’s adherence to the business unit’s standard operating procedures.
• Implements operational changes cascaded from business unit leaders and shares local best practices with Regional Directors and other Managers, Nuclear Pharmacy.
• Ensures that nuclear pharmacy operations are in line with business unit’s standard operating procedures in order to achieve compliance with national and state radiopharmaceutical regulations.
• Applies expert knowledge of state and regional regulations to mitigate any compliance risks and directs trainings for all employees in nuclear pharmacy.
• Serves as the Authorized User and Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) for the pharmacy.
• Oversees fleet logistics to deliver radiopharmaceuticals to customers, managing product decay and time sensitivity of delivery.
• Communicates with customers during material shortages, market disruptions, or other unforeseen circumstances to maintain business continuity and adapt customer commitments.
• Supervises teams of pharmaceutical professionals and fleet staff, including daily and nightly staffing, and champions a culture of compliance and high performance.
• Directs all people management processes for the nuclear pharmacy including recruitment, succession planning, talent management and development.
• Collab erates with Sales team to provide input into product commitments and pricing for customer agreements, within the pricing guidelines established by the business unit.
• Meets with customers to understand evolving needs.
• Manages an organizational budget and reports internally on the financial and operational performance of the nuclear pharmacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required
• Valid Pharmacist’s license in the state in which the pharmacy operates, or is in the process of obtaining a valid license
• Must complete at least 200 hours of academic training in a nuclear pharmacy through an accredited program
• 8-12 years related pharmacy experience preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of previous supervisory experience in a health care or pharmaceutical environment preferred
• Ability to work various shifts (overnights, days) weekends, holidays, on call as needed
• Ability to work in pharmacist rotation as needed
• Ability to develop, implement and lead all aspects of pharmacy operation
• Authorized user preferred
• Ability to negotiate, influence, and resolve customer/employee problems or conflicts to meet the needs of external and internal customers
• Ability to be innovative in troubleshooting clinical/bio-distribution problems
• Must demonstrate effective writing and verbal proficiency in internal and external communications and documentation procedures; presentation skills
• Ability to promote teamwork within pharmacy location and region by treating staff members with respect
• Must fulfill a commitment to the professional ethics adopted by the pharmacy profession
• Ability to plan and implement plans effectively; make effective and timely decisions; and effectively manage a budget and administrative functions
• Manual dexterity; clear speech, general vision, hearing
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs
• Ability to travel to regional meetings and to customer sites as needed
• Valid driver's license and good driving record
• Comfortable working in a nuclear environment
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office programs)

What is expected of you

• Manages department operations and supervises professional employees, front line supervisors and/or business support staff
• Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
• Ensures employees operate within guidelines
• Decisions have a short term impact on work processes, outcomes and customers
• Interacts with subordinates, peers, customers, and suppliers at various management levels; may interact with senior management
• Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects
• Gains consensus from various parties involved

Anticipated salary range

Anticipated salary range: $121,600.00 - $191,070.00 Bonus eligible: Yes

Benefits

• Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
• 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

Application window anticipated to close: 09/28/2026

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.

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.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.