Pharmacy Technician

Cardinal Health·New Orleans, Louisiana

$22 - $22/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 27 days ago

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Pharmacy Technician · $22 - $22/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-58% vs. median posted rate for pharmacy roles in Louisiana ($51.11/hr)

43 similar openings in the New Orleans area

$17.00/hr · lowesthighest · $118/hr

this role: $21.50/hrmedian $51.11/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted pharmacy roles in Louisiana rates. This role sits in the 14th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 58% below the Louisiana median for pharmacy roles.

The Nuclear Pharmacy Technician is responsible for drawing, dispensing, and packaging radiopharmaceuticals under the direction of a licensed pharmacist. They also perform facility maintenance, quality control testing, and administrative tasks to ensure efficient pharmacy operations.

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What does Nuclear Pharmacy contributes 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.

Click here to watch a short video about what a Nuclear Pharmacy Technician does at Cardinal Health Schedule Full-Time 40 hours per week.

Typical schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00a to 3:00, but able to rotate when needed for a 2:30a to 10:30a shift.

Rotating weekends as well.

Candidate must be flexible to work different days, hours and schedules based on business needs.

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 preferred Licensed in the state of Louisiana, required Past IV 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 Pay Rate: $21.50 per hour Bonus eligible: No

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and possess a valid Louisiana pharmacy technician license. Strong manual dexterity, intermediate computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 75 pounds are required for this role.

high school
Customer service
Verbal communication
Written communication
Computer skills
Infection control
Manual dexterity
Pharmacy operations
Quality control testing
IV experience
Radiopharmaceutical dispensing

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $22 - $22/hr
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Posted: Aug 20, 2026
Application: Employer website

Louisiana pharmacy roles favor specialized credentials

Pharmacy openings in Louisiana often reflect steady demand in hospitals, health systems, and other clinical settings where licensed pharmacists support medication safety and patient care. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a PharmD, an active Louisiana pharmacist license, and specialized experience such as residency training or infectious disease pharmacy work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm your fit, then verify your license status and prepare examples of relevant clinical experience before applying.