*About us* Radiolo

Services of Hampton Road

is a Nuclear Pharmacy in Chesape

e, VA. We

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• Eastern Shore,
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• *Job Descrip
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• y Technician* to join our EARLY SHIF

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• ion of the Pharmacist-in-Charge and under the direct su
• vision of the nuclear Pharmacist on-Dut

The Pharmacy Techn

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harmacists in all ro

• ne tasks associated with the operation of the nuclear pharmacy

he scope of this respons

ility specifically does *NOT* extend to those decisions requiring a pharmacist's judgment. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* * Elution of generators and testing of sodium pertechnetate for molybdenum-99 and aluminum breakthrough. * Compounding and dispensing radiopharmaceuticals and/or adjunct pharmaceuticals. * Entering prescription information into a computer and generating labels. * Performing appropriate quality control tests on radiopharmaceuticals. * Performing daily and periodic instrumentation tests, such as dose calibrator constancy, linearity and geometry. * Conducting area surveys and wipe tests for radioactive contamination * Maintaining sterile compounding work areas in a high state of cleanliness and minimal microbial bioburden. * Providing leadership and guidance to courier staff in applying the principles of ALARA. * Receiving verbal orders for diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals * Labeling leukocytes with Indium 111 or Tc 99 HMPAO * Monitoring laboratory inventory levels, placing orders, and receiving inventory * Conducting quarterly inventory of sealed sources. * Participating in the training of courier and other support personnel as well as providing direction and supervision of couriers. * Preparing unit dose and bulk radiopharmaceuticals for shipment, including proper DOT classification and labeling * Performs other duties and tasks as assigned *Qualifications:* * Must hold current Board of Pharmacy credentials as a Registered Pharmacy Technician. * Must hold either current certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or satisfactorily complete a Virginia Board of Pharmacy approved training program and pass a Board of Pharmacy approved examination. * Valid driver's license and a safe driving record. * Acceptable driving record for past three years (job continuation subject to approval from Radiology Services' vehicle insurance company). * Able to lift/carry packages weighing up to 70lbs. * Able to communicate well with customers and co-workers and to deal with them in a courteous and tactful manner. * Highly dependable in attendance and job performance. * Able to work EARLY SHIFT schedule. * Must be able to stand continuously for at least three hours. *Education:* * High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Job Type: Full-time Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 42 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Free parking * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off Schedule: * Monday to Friday * Night shift Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: * pharmacy technician: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: * Registered Pharmacy Technician Certification (Required) * VA Board of Pharmacy License (Required) Shift availability: * Night Shift (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Chesapeake, VA 23320: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person