Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Intermountain Health • Kent, WA

6d • $20 - $31 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills in assisting the pharmacist in execution of appropriate, safe, efficacious, efficient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care. The position participates in many procedural aspects of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or technician supervisor and is an integral part of the pharmacy team. This position supports Pharmacy Services in all locations (i.e., acute, community, ambulatory, specialty). This role operates in a call center environment and requires strong phone-based communication skills. Join our Central Fulfillment Pharmacy Team at Intermountain Health, where pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work collaboratively to support safe, accurate home delivery of prescribed medications. This on‑site, warehouse‑style role supports prescription preparation and fulfillment in a fast‑paced environment, with work performed on your feet throughout the day. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential, as technicians play a critical role in ensuring medications are prepared correctly and ready for shipment. If you enjoy hands‑on, detail‑driven work, strong teamwork, and taking pride in getting it right, you’ll feel right at home on this team.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice pharmacy.
• Licensed in a state in which Intermountain Health operates or eligibility to obtain a license upon hire.
• National Pharmacy Technician certification.
• Experience in a role utilizing mastery of pharmacy technician skills with an emphasis on knowledge of medications used in an inpatient, ambulatory care, or community pharmacy setting.
• Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet, e-mail, and scheduling applications.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience in an inpatient hospital, ambulatory care, or community pharmacy setting.
• Completion of 340B University for 340B positions.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, URAC, or ACHC accreditation standards.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations, and USP for Internal Process Control positions.
• Knowledge of pharmacy automation systems for automation and technology positions.
• Knowledge of various state requirements for licensing and credentialing positions.
• Prior experience with medication policy, outcomes, and formulary management for select positions.
• Knowledge or experience in central fill medication distribution.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with facility caregivers (pharmacy and non-pharmacy) throughout the system and supports applicable programs.
• Communicates results of auditing or project-based activities in an open and constructive manner.
• Acts as a pharmacy technician representative during facility audits, program audits, or pharmacy projects.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of the subject matter associated with their role (e.g., The Joint Commission or other accreditation standards, 340B regulations, automation and technology standards, and operational policies and procedures).
• Travels to relevant facilities and participates in assigned activities.
• Documents observations and corrective action plans and process improvements and provides support for facilities efforts to reach and maintain perpetual compliance, consistency and patient safety.
• Participates in review and revision of applicable policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures for their specialty.
• Supports facility and system Pharmacy Services throughout Intermountain Health.
• Participates in system-level quality improvement activities and seeks a system approach to developing and achieving best practices and processes.
• Provides expertise, leadership, and support to facility and system caregivers in their specialty area.
• Practices in a unique, specialized area at the system level as defined by pharmacy leadership.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution through the PEAK program.
• 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level