Radiochemistry & Pharmacy Technician
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Job Location:
Shreveport, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
The Nuclear Pharmacy Technician supports the preparation compounding dispensing and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals used in PET imaging procedures. This individual works under the supervision of a licensed nuclear pharmacist and ensures compliance with regulatory safety and quality standards while operating in a time-sensitive high-stakes environment.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Radiochemistry Production
Primary responsible for the daily production of PET radiopharmaceuticals.
Primarily responsible for ordering receiving and testing of chemicals and supplies needed for production
and distribution of PET radiopharmaceuticals.
First-Line maintenance of chemistry modules.
Pharmaceutical Preparation
Assist in the compounding and dispensing of PET radiopharmaceuticals according to USP standards.
Accurately measure and dispense radioactive doses under pharmacist supervision using specialized automated dispensing systems.
Perform routine quality control testing on radiopharmaceuticals.
Maintain and calibrate equipment such as dose calibrators radiation detectors and gas chromatographs.
Adhere to ALARA principles and institutional radiation safety protocols.
Wear dosimetry badges and follow personal protective measures during handling and transportation of radioactive materials.
Monitor and manage inventory of radiopharmaceuticals reagents and disposables.
Maintain accurate and complete records of compounding QC testing inventory and waste disposal in compliance with FDA NRC DOT DEQ CGMP pharmacy regulations and standard operating procedures.
Package and label radioactive doses for patient administration or external delivery.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Pharmaceutical Tech license required. Pharmacy Experience required. Aseptic Processing Training preferred. Chemistry courses and training are preferred. *** This is a 2:30 AM - 11:00 AM Work Schedule. ***
Salary commensurate with experience
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Load & Unload
- LTC Pharmacy
- Typing
- Inventory Control
- Customer Service
- Hospital Experience
- Pharmacy Software
- Communication skills
- Math
- Pharmacy Technician Experience
- Order Entry
- Compounding Medications
About Company
Biomedical Research Foundation BRF is an economic development organization establishing north Louisiana as a preferred destination for high growth initiatives. Diversifying the region’s economy is its mission. It fulfills this mission through initiatives that support community, regiona ... View more
