Certified Pharmacy Technician - Full Time - Evenings

UAB St. Vincent's • Birmingham, AL

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About The Position

The position is within the Pharmacy department at UAB St Vincent's Birmingham, operating on a schedule of 7 on/7 off from Wednesday to Tuesday, 11:30 am to 10:00 pm. The role involves providing distributive pharmacy services and technical support for the Pharmacist, performing activities or tasks in specialty pharmacy services, and specialized duties such as hazardous drug compounding, medication history, nuclear, and Patient Assistance Program (PAP) as a pharmacy technician. Responsibilities include refilling and maintaining the automated dispensing system, preparing orders, maintaining inventory, repackaging bulk medications, and serving as a liaison between pharmacy, patients, and health professionals. The technician will also assist with patient medication access, preparation of patient education materials, and may give immunizations in accordance with state laws. Additionally, the technician may monitor compliance with regulatory standards and manage inventory and drug shortages.

Requirements

• Currently registered or eligible to be 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.

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).
• 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 offices, 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.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Associate Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees