Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician in Beltsville, MD to prepare prescriptions, draw doses, and manage automated tasks in a regulated nuclear environment. You will ensure QA, inventory control, and proper handling of radiopharmaceuticals while delivering patient-focused service.

The role requires MD pharmacy registration, valid driver's license, and flexibility for weekends/holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Maryland Pharmacy Technician registration or license required.
• PTCB preferred.
• Experience as a Pharmacy Technician preferred.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Receives, documents, and stores incoming and outgoing pharmaceuticals according to the Department of Transportation and Company guidelines
• Maintains computer inventory and records to ensure proper utilization of materials and accounting for Rx drugs
• Assists and/or perform in the labeling of blood cell products
• Performs general laboratory and facility clean up
• May perform clerical and administrative services including maintenance of daily records, receipts, report preparation, and maintenance of billing records
• Makes deliveries to accounts with company vehicles as needed
• Speaks 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 proceeding
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid driver's license

Maryland Pharmacy Technician license

PTCB preferred

Experience as Pharmacy Technician

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Customer service skills

Manual dexterity

Nuclear environment experience

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Intermediate computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician license/registration

PTCB certification preferred

Job description

Shift/Schedule

40 hours per week Monday through Friday 2:00 am – 10:00 am. Weekends as needed. Typically once a month if needed Holidays are covered on a rotating schedule, 1-2 per year Candidate must be flexible to work different days, schedules, hours, come in early, stay late, or work overtime based on business needs. This position is benefit eligible the first day of employment. This includes medical, dental, vision, Paid Time Off, education assistance, 401K and more!

What does Nuclear Pharmacy contribute 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 Click here to watch a short video about what a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician does at Cardinal Health

Responsibilities

• 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
• Receives, documents, and stores incoming and outgoing pharmaceuticals according to the Department of Transportation and Company guidelines
• Maintains computer inventory and records to ensure proper utilization of materials and accounting for Rx drugs
• Assists and/or perform in the labeling of blood cell products
• Performs general laboratory and facility clean up
• May perform clerical and administrative services including maintenance of daily records, preparation of receipts, report preparation, and maintenance of billing records
• Makes deliveries to accounts with company vehicles as needed
• Speaks 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 proceeding
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid driver's license
• Minimum of 18 years of age due to driving of company owned vehicle required
• State of Maryland Pharmacy Technician registration or license required.
• PTCB preferred
• Experience as a Pharmacy Technician preferred
• Previous IV or clean room environment experience is a plus
• Ability to manage weight up to 75 pounds
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting, holding of small objects, and dispensing doses
• Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks
• Comfortable working in a nuclear environment
• Ability to work weekends, on call, holidays, overtime, alternate days/shifts, or be in a rotation
• Intermediate computer skills (ability to use computers and tablets)
• May require vendor credentialing
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred

Pay

Pay rate: $25.00 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

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: 10/09/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Inclusive Workplace and Equal Opportunity

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.

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Company Overview

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.

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