Pharmacy Technician I/II/III-OPC Pharmacy

Overview: Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Tech Supervisor, the Pharmacy Technician I/II/III will assist and support the pharmacist in the day-to-day dispensing operation of patient care. The dispensing operation includes working the filling queue within the dispensing software, gathering the appropriate medication, operating the automated counting machine, compounding medications, and maintaining appropriate and adequate stock in all pharmacy areas. Duties will also include operating the point of sale system, answering phones, and general face-to-face customer service.The Pharmacy Technician will prioritize work based on immediate need and rapidly changing workload. Work as a team member to efficiently, accurately perform day-to-day work along with any additional tasks or projects to help achieve departmental goals.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving the health, health care, and well-being of Arkansans.
The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services department. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Salary offered commensurate with experience

Responsibilities:

• Accurately retrieve medication and fill orders
• Able to navigate Willow Ambulatory, pharmacy workflow and prioritize patients effectively
• Understand the handling of “Hazardous Drugs” and follow all policies related to medication processing
• Assist in monitoring Parata Max stock levels and refills as needed
• Assist in weekly and monthly duties, such as cycle counts, return to stock drugs and expired drug pulls
• Answer/Receive and prescreen phone calls, demonstrating professional phone etiquette
• Assist in clinic stock pickups and prescription scanning
• Understand how to operate all equipment (CII safe, Parata Max, fax machines, printers, etc)
• Deliver employee/patient medications accurately and promptly
• Able to perform cashier duties and assist patients
• Maintain security of controlled substances
• Rotate stock appropriately based on expiration dates
• Process expired, damaged and recalled pharmacy products
• Assist in upkeep of sterile and non-sterile compounding areas
• Assist in recording clean room pressure and temperature logs
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Level I:

• Pharmacy technician license through the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy or eligible for AR licensure.

Level II:

• Two (2) years of pharmacy technician work experience
• Pharmacy technician license through the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy or eligible for AR licensure.
• Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Level III:

• Three (3) years of work experience as a pharmacy technician in a hospital or retail setting
• Pharmacy Technician License through the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy or eligible for AR licensure.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) issued by Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
• Computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office and EMR experience)

This is a safety sensitive position and subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Physical Requirements: Stand: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Walk: Frequently
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, or reach overhead: Occasionally
Lift, push, pull, carry weight: 11 - 25 lbs
Use hands to touch, handle, or feel: Frequently
Talk: Frequently
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read, concentrate, think analytically: Frequently
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
Noise Level: Moderate
Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity
Hazards: Chemical, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Sharp objects/tools