Pharmacy Technician

UPPER MATTAPONI INDIAN TRIBE•King William, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician is assigned to the Upper Mattaponi Tribe Health System’s UMT pharmacies in Virginia and supports safe, effective access to medications. The role provides patient and provider assistance, processes prescriptions and insurance claims, supports inventory management and quality improvement, and assists with training. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in King William, Virginia, with an hourly salary range of $17–$27. The position reports to the Pharmacist In-Charge and is designated as essential onsite during emergencies. Employees must make every effort to report onsite during closures or delays unless released by leadership, and may be required to work modified or extended shifts. Applicants must hold a current Virginia pharmacy technician license and authorize a background check and submit to drug testing. Two years of licensed pharmacy technician experience and a college degree are preferred, but a college degree is not required. The position involves a usually moderate noise level, frequent standing, walking, and sitting for long periods, and lifting up to 15 pounds. Tribal and Indian Preference applies in accordance with Tribal law and applicable federal law. The position is designated as one of trust and responsibility and requires upholding the integrity and confidentiality of the Upper Mattaponi Tribe.

Requirements

Current Virginia pharmacy technician license required.
Demonstrated good mathematical and computer skills, with the ability to learn and become proficient in pharmacy operating systems.
Ability to work closely with others and contribute to a positive work environment.
Knowledge of federal and state laws related to pharmacy practice.
Applicants must authorize a background check and submit to drug testing.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
Close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Frequently stand, walk, and sit for long periods.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a licensed pharmacy technician preferred.
College degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Distribute function assignments and higher-complexity pharmacy assignments as directed by the pharmacist.
Provide telephone and in-person triage for patient pharmacy care issues, working within the scope of license ability to help improve patient outcomes and medication access.
Assist with and contribute to continuous total quality improvement activities for the pharmacy team.
Greet patients and healthcare providers with a helpful and positive attitude; answer questions or seek assistance as needed.
Verify the identity of patients or their representatives before releasing medications while operating the cash register.
Assist in training peer technicians, pharmacists, and pharmacy students.
Participate in effective inventory management processes.
Process prescription order entry and adjudicate insurance claims.
Perform other duties as assigned.