Certified Pharmacy Technician 7on / 7off

About the role

Provides distributive pharmacy services and technical support for the Pharmacist. Performs activities or tasks in specialty pharmacy services. Performs specialized duties such as hazardous drug compounding, medication history, nuclear, and Patient Assistance Program (PAP) as a pharmacy technician. Refills and maintains automated dispensing system. Prepares orders, maintains inventory, and repackages bulk medications. Receives and stores incoming supplies. Serves as a liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing necessary information. Communicates with external resources such as retail pharmacies, provider officers, and data exchanges. Identifies and assists with patient medication access including, benefit investigation, prior authorization, and financial assistance. Assists Pharmacist in preparation of patient education materials. May give immunizations in accordance with state laws. May serve as pharmacist extender in situations such as Caregiver Model of the Future responsibilities. May monitor compliance with regulatory standards and be responsible for inventory and drug shortage management and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Provides distributive pharmacy services and technical support for the Pharmacist.
• Performs activities or tasks in specialty pharmacy services.
• Performs specialized duties such as hazardous drug compounding, medication history, nuclear, and Patient Assistance Program (PAP) as a pharmacy technician.
• Refills and maintains automated dispensing system.
• Puts together orders, maintains inventory, and repackages bulk medications.
• Serves as a liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing necessary information.
• Communicates with external resources such as retail pharmacies, provider officers, and data exchanges.
• Identifies and assists with patient medication access including, benefit investigation, prior authorization, and financial assistance.
• Aids Pharmacist in preparation of patient education materials.
• May give immunizations in accordance with state laws.
• May serve as pharmacist extender in situations such as Caregiver Model of the Future responsibilities.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and manages inventory and drug shortages.

Requirements

• Currently registered as a pharmacy technician by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) required.
• Active registration will be required prior to date of hire.
• Must hold active certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or other nationally recognized and accredited certification program requiring examination.
• High school diploma equivalency required. Two (2) years of relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: Currently registered as a pharmacy technician by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) required. Active registration will be required prior to date of hire.
• Certification: Must hold active certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or other nationally recognized and accredited certification program requiring examination.
• Education: High school diploma equivalency required. Two (2) years of relevant experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals and pharmacy practices.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

7 on / 7off Wednesday - Tuesday 8pm - 630am

Work Location

UAB St.Vincent's Birmingham