Pharmacy Technician 2 - Specialty Pharmacy Operations
About The Position
Prepares and delivers medications to patients and/or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in different general and specialized areas of pharmacy practice. The successful incumbent would preferably be available to work the evening shift (12:00pm - 8:30pm), as well as rotating Saturdays. Final shift assignments are made at the discretion and approval of the hiring manager. Now is your moment to join UVA Health's Specialty Pharmacy team-where precision, compassion, and coordination define every patient interaction. About the Department Located at 1725 Discovery Dr., Suite 200, Charlottesville, VA 22911, UVA Specialty Pharmacy supports patients with complex and chronic conditions including cancer, HIV, cystic fibrosis, multiple sclerosis, and transplant-related therapies. What We Do Our pharmacy technicians work alongside clinical pharmacists to: Coordinate prior authorizations and insurance approvals Secure financial assistance and copay support Manage refill reminders and patient outreach Facilitate free home delivery Why Join Us Be part of a high-touch, patient-centered pharmacy team Support therapies that require advanced coordination and care Help patients access life-changing medications with confidence
Requirements
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Experience: 6 months minimum relevant experience required
- Licensure/Certifications: Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required.
- CPhT credential through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required.
- For team members hired prior to February 1, 2020, certification as CPhT through NHA or PTCB is required by January 31, 2022.
- Job requires standing for prolonged periods.
- Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills
- Attention to detail and ability to write legibly
- Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs
Nice To Haves
- The successful incumbent would preferably be available to work the evening shift (12:00pm - 8:30pm), as well as rotating Saturdays.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and delivers medications to patients and/or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner.
- Coordinate prior authorizations and insurance approvals
- Secure financial assistance and copay support
- Manage refill reminders and patient outreach
- Facilitate free home delivery
- Support therapies that require advanced coordination and care
- Help patients access life-changing medications with confidence
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
