Nuclear Pharmacist - (training provided) - Birmingham, AL
Siemens Healthineers
Summary
As a Nuclear Pharmacist, you will oversee the production, quality control, and dispensing of radiopharmaceuticals in compliance with pharmacy regulations, cGMP requirements, and radiation safety standards. Working in a highly regulated manufacturing environment, you will help ensure the safe and timely delivery of products used in advanced diagnostic imaging. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, leadership skills, and a commitment to quality, compliance, and patient safety.
Job description
No prior Nuclear Pharmacy experience is required. Siemens Healthineers provides structured training designed to help licensed pharmacists develop the technical, operational, quality, and regulatory knowledge required to practice Nuclear Pharmacy. Team members work alongside experienced Nuclear Pharmacists while gaining hands-on experience in radiopharmaceutical production, quality control, radiation safety, and regulatory compliance.
This role operates on an early-morning, 9 hour production shift, typically beginning between 1:00 AM through 4:00 AM, Monday through Friday (45 hour work week). A weekend rotation is required approximately once every 4-6 weeks. Flexibility to work alternate early morning/night shift schedules may be needed, based on operational requirements.
Responsibilities
- Production of radionuclides
- Preparation and testing of radiopharmaceuticals
- Dispensing of radiopharmaceuticals
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory commitments including cGMP, Radiation Safety, Pharmacy Laws, company policies and procedures, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
- Delivering and ensuring performance of aseptic techniques, including sterility and pyrogen testing per company standard operating procedures
- Performing and overseeing quality control procedures utilizing analytical equipment and chemical testing methods
- Maintaining all applicable documentation and records
- Preparing shipments of radioactive materials according to procedure and licensing authority requirements
- Providing support in the operation and maintenance of cyclotrons, chemistry modules, quality control equipment, and associated software
- Serving as the designated pharmacist in charge in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager (PIC), with responsibility for personnel working within the permitted pharmacy area in accordance with state pharmacy laws
- Leading multiple non-exempt team members and supporting daily operational execution
Preferred Qualifications
- Pharmacist experience in retail, hospital, clinical, specialty, compounding, or nuclear pharmacy environments
- Experience following standard operating procedures and regulated workflows
- Exposure to sterile compounding, laboratory processes, quality systems, or manufacturing environments
- Interest in learning radiopharmaceutical and theranostic production and Nuclear Pharmacy operations
- Interest in Chemistry and aseptic techniques
Required Skills
- Active Pharmacist license or ability to obtain licensure in the state of employment
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD
- Communicates effectively with a proven ability to interpret information and provide and/or follow complex instructions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
- Strong customer relations skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications
Physical Demands: Ability to lift 100 lbs. packages
Supervisory Duties: Leads multiple non-exempt personnel
Requirements
- Active Pharmacist license or ability to obtain licensure in the state of employment
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD
- Communicates effectively with a proven ability to interpret information and provide and/or follow complex instructions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
- Strong customer relations skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications
- Ability to lift 100 lbs. packages
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Paid parking
- Public transportation
- Paid time off
- Paid sick and safe time
Company overview
Siemens Healthineers is a German multinational medical technology company specializing in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics, and molecular medicine. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from Siemens AG, the company has established itself as a global leader in healthcare technology with a comprehensive portfolio that addresses the complete care continuum for many of the world's most threatening diseases. With approximately 69,500 employees worldwide and operations in over 70 countries, Siemens Healthineers generates annual revenues exceeding €21 billion. The company's product offerings span across four main business segments: Imaging (including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray systems), Diagnostics (laboratory and point-of-care testing), Varian (cancer care and radiation therapy), and Advanced Therapies. Siemens Healthineers is particularly renowned for pioneering breakthroughs in medical imaging, having developed the world's first commercial PET/CT scanner and continuing to innovate in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital health solutions, and precision therapy. The company's commitment to research and development, with annual investments of approximately €1.5 billion, drives its mission to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare for everyone, everywhere, sustainably.