Pharmacy Technician

cardinalhealth; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Sign-on bonus

Back‑to‑work friendly

Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Cardinal Health in Tampa, FL is seeking a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician to join our regulated radiopharmaceutical operations. Under supervision of a licensed Staff Pharmacist, you will assist in drawing, dispensing, and packaging radiopharmaceuticals per state and federal guidelines, while supporting daily pharmacy operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, national license, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds; strong customer service and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• HS diploma, GED or equivalent required or preferred.
• National pharmacy technician registration/license required.
• Experience in a clean room is a plus.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drawing, dispensing and packaging radiopharmaceuticals under supervision.
• Support daily operations, including cleaning, equipment checks and quality control.
• Process customer orders and ensure timely delivery of medications.
• Handle administrative tasks and answer questions to aid operations.
• Maintain safety through infection control procedures and adapt to shifts.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Strength to lift 75 lbs

Computer skills

Shift flexibility

Repetitive tasks

Nuclear environment comfort

Education

HS diploma or GED

Pharmacy technician license

Tools

Computer/tablet use

Job description

Sign on Bonus:

$1500 New Hire Sign On Bonus

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

Schedule

• 40 hours per week. Typical schedule is Sunday through Thursday with a start time of 2:00am. This will be an 8 hour day. Candidate must be flexible to work different days, hours and schedules based on business need.

Responsibilities in this role

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:

• Assists pharmacist and other pharmacy staff in preparing facility for daily operations through cleaning, equipment and quality control testing.

• Follows standard operating procedures to facilitate ongoing pharmacy operations.

• Collects and processes customer orders to ensure efficient communication and timely delivery of medications to patients.

• Performs administrative pharmacy tasks, answers questions and assists customers to facilitate pharmacy operations and customer satisfaction.

• Maintains pharmacy safety through following and recording completion of daily infection control procedures.

• Takes direction from other pharmacy techs to develop skills and knowledge of pharmacy operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred

• National pharmacy technician registration/license required

• Past clean room environment experience is a plus

• Strong customer service skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects.

• Demonstrated manual dexterity in order to dispense doses.

• Ability to manage weight up to 75 pounds

• May require vendor credentialing

• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

• 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:

$15.90 per hour - $22.60 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

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.