Nuclear Pharmacist

RLS Radiopharmacies; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RLS Radiopharmacies in New Orleans seeks a Nuclear Pharmacist responsible for sterile compounding and dispensing radiopharmaceuticals. You will supervise the shift, ensure compliance with pharmacy policies, and provide training to staff.

The role requires a Pharm.D. or PharmD-progress with licensure, willingness to work on-call, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Experience in radiopharma or clean room preferred.

Qualifications

• Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy with current intern license or Pharm.D. in progress.
• Willingness to become authorized user of radioactive materials
• Licensed or eligible to practice pharmacy
• Willingness to on-call and arrive within 45 minutes
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs, occasional 70 lbs
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Experience with sterile compounding or radiopharmaceuticals preferred
• Experience in a clean room environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Exemplifies compliance with regulations, company policies, and safety rules.
• Process and review customer orders from receipt to packaging.
• Accurately set up and compound radiopharmaceuticals.
• Supervise shift and direct employee activity during shift.
• Supervise and/or perform leukocyte labeling procedures.
• Handle, package and deliver radiopharmaceuticals and hazardous materials safely.
• Monitor inventory and supplies.
• Perform equipment tests and record results.
• Quality control tests on prepared products.
• Provide training and supervision to staff on regulations and safety.
• Manage waste disposal and maintain documentation.
• Maintain lab cleanliness per schedule.
• Participate in safety trainings and health program.
• Enter regulatory, sales, customer data into pharmacy system

Skills

Sterile compounding

Radiopharmaceuticals

Shift supervision

Regulatory compliance

Laboratory safety

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Board licensure/intern permit

Tools

Dose calibrator

Survey meter

Job description

Job Summary

The 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.

Key Accountabilities

• 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.

Education and Experience:

• 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 and 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.

Key Capabilities:

• Inclusive mindset: Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for diversity, and actively work to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected
• Creativity and innovation: Possess a willingness to think outside the box and come up with unique and creative solutions to challenges
• Commitment to excellence: Take pride in your work and consistently strive for excellence in everything you do
• Results-oriented: Driven to achieve goals and objectives, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results
• Ethical behavior: Act with integrity and demonstrate a commitment to ethical behavior in all interactions with colleagues and stakeholders
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, able to adjust to changing priorities, and willing to take on new challenges
• Strong communication skills: Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, using clear and concise language
• Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a team, actively sharing knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals
• Resilience: Demonstrate the ability to bounce back from setbacks and persevere in the face of challenges
• Continuous learning: Show a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, continually seeking out opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills