Pharmacy Technician Inpatient I

UCHealth•Aurora, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician Inpatient I role is based at UCHealth Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion in Aurora, Colorado, in the UCH Amb HOPD Pharmacy (Oncology/Infusion) department. This is an onsite PRN position with a schedule of 0.00 hours per two-week pay period and a day shift. The pay range is $22.14–$28.78 per hour, dependent on relevant experience. The position provides pharmacy support using evidence-based protocols and best practices to promote safety at the point of care. The employee partners with a multidisciplinary team to support care outcomes, prioritizes wellness and a patient perspective, contributes to safety and quality solutions, and works in a fast-paced clinical environment. UCHealth also describes expectations to model proficiency through precepting and mentoring those new to healthcare or UCHealth. The posting includes clinical pharmacist responsibilities concerning medication prescribing, dispensing, administration, drug information and counseling, professional development, and communication with healthcare professionals; it does not expressly distinguish which of these duties apply specifically to the Pharmacy Technician role. UCHealth describes a comprehensive total rewards program that includes recognition and performance-related compensation, health and well-being benefits, time away from work, retirement and savings plans, and education and career-growth opportunities. Eligibility for some programs depends on scheduled work hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Pharmacy Technician certification from the Colorado Board of Pharmacy (PHAT).
Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provide pharmacy support using evidence-based protocols and best practices to promote safety at the point of care.
Partner effectively with a multidisciplinary team to achieve care outcomes.
Prioritize wellness, a patient perspective, and evidence-based practice.
Precept and mentor people who are new to healthcare and/or UCHealth.
Contribute proactively to solutions that support safety and quality at the point of care.
The posting also describes clinical pharmacist functions: ensure medications are prescribed, accurately dispensed, and administered according to best practices; provide medication information and counseling to patients and caregivers; stay current with formularies, therapies, protocols, and medical research; and communicate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Benefits

Three-Year Incentive Bonus.
Annual merit pay increases for performance meeting or exceeding established standards.
Annual market reviews and base-pay adjustments as needed.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits, including accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available with enrollment in a high-deductible medical plan.
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
For specific educational degrees, up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid by UCHealth.
Other eligible programs may receive up to $10,000 per year prepaid by UCHealth or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.