Pharmacy Technician - 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. Online classroom training through Pharmacy Technician University. (Must pass Reading Comprehension and Math Pre-enrollment Assessments in three attempts or less. A minimum score of 70% is required for each assessment prior to acceptance into the program). Experiential training in our state-of-the-art pharmacy, Preparation for passing the national certification exam. Candidates accepting a position will continue in their role as a pharmacy technician after completing the program and achieving their Virginia Registration. Candidates must complete Pharmacy Technician University and achieve registration within 2 years of employment. The successful incumbent for this position would likely work the evening shift, between 12pm and 8:30pm, and would rotate working weekends. Final schedule determinations are made by the manager and are subject to change. 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: No experience required.
- Licensure/Certifications: Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy within 2 years of hire required. Must register as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee upon hire with the Virginia Board of Pharmacy. Persons enrolled in a pharmacy technician training program must obtain a pharmacy technician trainee registration if they will be performing the duties of a pharmacy technician.
Nice To Haves
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Experience: 6 months minimum relevant experience
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate prior authorizations and insurance approvals
- Secure financial assistance and copay support
- Manage refill reminders and patient outreach
- Facilitate free home delivery
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
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
