Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician

06 Aug 2024
Pennsylvania, Hummelstown, 17036 Hummelstown USA

Pharmacy Technician

Unique compounding pharmacy opportunity! Competitive wage, no calling insurance companies, no direct patient contact and we will provide specific paid on the job training.$1,000 new hire sign on bonusShift/Schedule

40 hours per week.

Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 2:30 pm.

Rotating weekends. One weekend per month 2:30 am – 5:00 am. When weekend is worked it is in addition to the weekday schedule

Rotating holidays 2:30 am - 5:00 am

Candidate must be flexible to work different days, schedules, come in early or stay late, hours or overtime based on business needs.

What Nuclear Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal HealthPharmacy 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.Job SummaryThe primary purpose of the Technician I, Nuclear Pharmacy is to assist the pharmacist and Technician, II in pharmacy operations and customer interactions, including answering questions and relaying information to physicians and pharmacists. As a trainee, the Technician I, Nuclear Pharmacy is involved in learning all basic aspects of facility and equipment preparation, including cleaning, inventory management and how to perform and record all tasks as mandated by law. As part of operating in a nuclear pharmacy, this job assists in performing quality checks, functional testing, and participating in the dispensing process. In addition, this job assists in order preparation, entry and fulfillment as well as completing ad hoc tasks, as required.Click here to watch a short video about what a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician does at Cardinal Health (http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=youtube+nuclear+pharmacy+technician&view=detail&mid=ED713C426D670496E0EFED713C426D670496E0EF&FORM=VIRE1)ResponsibilitiesUnder 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

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

High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred

0-1 years of experience preferred

Registration with the State Board of Pharmacy will be required in 2025. More details as they become available.

Experience as a Pharmacy Technician preferred

Past IV experience is a plus

Valid driver's license and good driving record required

Minimum of 18 years of age due to driving of company owned vehicle required

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong customer service skills

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

Demonstrated manual dexterity to dispense doses

Ability to lift containers weighing up to 65 pounds

Flexibility to work various shifts

Comfortable performing repetitive motions/tasks

Comfortable working in a nuclear environment

Ability to work weekends or be in a weekend rotation

Ability to work holidays or be in a holiday rotation

Ability to work overtime with little or no advance notice

Intermediate computer skills (ability to use computers and tablets)

What is expected of you and others at this level

Applies basic skills and techniques to complete routine tasks within assigned area

Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications

Works on basic and routine assignments

Works within clearly defined Standard Operating Procedures and/or scientific methods

Adheres to all quality guidelines

Works under close supervision

All work is reviewed for accuracy

Any deviations from the norm are approved by the supervisor before proceeding

Pay rate: $18.50 per hourBonus eligible: NoBenefits: 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 anticipated to close: 08/31/2024 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.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.To read and review this privacy notice click here (https://www.cardinalhealth.com/content/dam/corp/email/documents/corp/cardinal-health-online-application-privacy-policy.pdf)

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