Pharmacy Tech III- Ambulatory/Cardiology

Carilion Medical Center•Roanoke, VA

14h

About The Position

This is Carilion Clinic ... An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award-winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute. Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us. The Pharmacy Technician III performs advanced technical duties to support the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of pharmacy services across inpatient and outpatient care settings. Oversees specialized areas such as sterile and hazardous compounding, medication reconciliation, automation and technology management, inventory control, auditing, and technician training. Serves as a mentor and resource for other technicians, supporting workflow optimization, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. Collaborates with clinical, operational, and administrative teams to ensure accurate medication management, optimal use of automation systems, and high-quality patient care. The Pharmacy Technician III Mentors and is a resource for staff; supports onboarding, competency validation, and workflow coaching. Collaborates with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and timely medication management. Develops and maintains reports, documentation, and records supporting compliance with USP standards, Board of Pharmacy rules, and Carilion policies. Evaluates and assists with drug shortages, backorders, and product substitutions. Supports continuous improvement efforts related to safety, efficiency, and cost management across pharmacy operations. Performs advanced technical duties in Cardiology outpatient practice and includes: -May conduct medication reconciliation, update records in Epic, and resolve discrepancies. -Be the content expert for specialty cardiology medications in regards to prior authorization, medical and pharmacy authorization, affordability and access programs, scheduling and frequency of authorization and appointments required for these medications. -May work with purchasing, returns, billing, and DSCSA documentation.. -Work directly with patients to assist in the coordination of care as directed by physicians and pharmacists in the specialty area. -May coordinate training, validate competencies, and support technician development. Accept duties assigned by Cardiology physicians, pharmacist and leadership. Duties listed above represent a general scope of responsibilities. Actual tasks may vary depending on the work site and specialty.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
3 to 5 years of pharmacy experience required.
Registration with the Virginia Department of Health Professionals required.
Pharmacy Technician Certified Board Certification relevant to work area is required within 6 months of hire.
Must be able to maintain familiarity with a large number (1000-2000) of medications and focused on attention to detail/accuracy.
Must be customer service oriented.
Requires knowledge and use of general office equipment and procedures, including computer/keyboard.
Must be able to solve simple mathematical and logistical problems in the work environment.
Must be able to effectively budget time, work efficiently and accurately, and follow procedures with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

Performs advanced technical duties to support the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of pharmacy services across inpatient and outpatient care settings.
Oversees specialized areas such as sterile and hazardous compounding, medication reconciliation, automation and technology management, inventory control, auditing, and technician training.
Serves as a mentor and resource for other technicians, supporting workflow optimization, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
Collaborates with clinical, operational, and administrative teams to ensure accurate medication management, optimal use of automation systems, and high-quality patient care.
Mentors and is a resource for staff; supports onboarding, competency validation, and workflow coaching.
Collaborates with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and timely medication management.
Develops and maintains reports, documentation, and records supporting compliance with USP standards, Board of Pharmacy rules, and Carilion policies.
Evaluates and assists with drug shortages, backorders, and product substitutions.
Supports continuous improvement efforts related to safety, efficiency, and cost management across pharmacy operations.
May conduct medication reconciliation, update records in Epic, and resolve discrepancies.
Be the content expert for specialty cardiology medications in regards to prior authorization, medical and pharmacy authorization, affordability and access programs, scheduling and frequency of authorization and appointments required for these medications.
May work with purchasing, returns, billing, and DSCSA documentation.
Work directly with patients to assist in the coordination of care as directed by physicians and pharmacists in the specialty area.
May coordinate training, validate competencies, and support technician development.
Accept duties assigned by Cardiology physicians, pharmacist and leadership.