Advanced Pharmacy Technician

Ascension • Austin, TX

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Support the Pharmacist by accurately preparing, compounding, and distributing specialty medications to ensure continuity of patient care and safety. Manage pharmacy inventory, automated dispensing systems, and supply logistics to maintain medication availability and prevent potential drug shortages. Serve as a patient advocate and liaison, actively coordinating benefit investigation, prior authorization, and financial assistance to ensure prompt medication access. Collaborate with the care team to prepare patient education materials and perform advanced technical duties, including monitoring regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Texas State Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

• IV/Sterile Compounding Certification
• Inpatient Hospital Experience
• Pharmacy intern would be acceptable in lieu of Pharmacy Tech credential

Responsibilities

• Accurately preparing, compounding, and distributing specialty medications.
• Managing pharmacy inventory, automated dispensing systems, and supply logistics.
• Coordinating benefit investigation, prior authorization, and financial assistance for medication access.
• Preparing patient education materials.
• Performing advanced technical duties, including monitoring regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED