Pharmacy Technician IV - Meds to Beds

Posted:
8/28/2024, 12:03:21 AM

Location(s):
Arkansas, United States ⋅ Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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Closing Date:

09/11/2024


Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | PTSL Pharmacy Technicians OP C


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

Under the direct supervision of the Department Business Administrator, the Pharmacy Technician IV (Meds to Beds) will support various operations of the department. The employee in this position must demonstrate special skills, experience, and knowledge not expected of other pharmacy technicians They will perform all duties of the Meds to Beds Pharmacy Technician I/II/III, including assisting the pharmacists in day-to-day operations, patient outreach, medication delivery and other facets of the program. In addition to these duties, this Technician will be cross-trained and well versed in all retail technician duties and may be asked to assist with daily operations. The Pharmacy Technician IV will prioritize work based on immediate need and rapidly changing workload. They will work as a team member to perform day-to-day work efficiently and accurately, along with any additional tasks or projects to help achieve departmental goals. They will help with maintaining, changing, and implementing new workflows, technology/automation, and process improvement projects related to the Meds to Beds program. The Pharmacy Technician IV will promote staff engagement and patient satisfaction. They will also participate in the training and educating of new staff.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Four (4) years Pharmacy Tech Experience or Bachelors Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences

  • ASHP/ACPE accredited technician training or certificate program

  • Arkansas Pharmacy Technician Registration

  • National Technician Certification (PTCB)

  • Computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office and EMR experience)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • B.S. or higher degree

  • Specialized certificate or certification (i.e. PTCB Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician, ASHP Sterile Compounding Certificate, 340B Certification, Advanced CPhT, etc.)

  • Previous experience with 340B

  • Previous team leader experience

  • Specialized certification (i.e. Sterile Compounding Certification, 340B Certification, Immunization Certification, etc.)

  • Strong math and organizational skills


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Promotes a safe working environment and maintains clean work surfaces in all dispensing areas 

  • Assists with dispensing of will call and other patient prescriptions when necessary and in downtime

  • Documents all cleaning activities and duties on the appropriate log sheets

  • Understands how to operate all equipment (CII safe, Parata Max, Rover, printers, etc)

  • Maintains Parata Max inventory levels, restocking when needed

  • Assists in weekly and monthly duties, such as cycle counts, return to stock drugs and expired drug pulls

  • Performs and documents monthly inspection of assigned clinical medication storage area

  • Cashier duties as assigned, adhering to HIPAA regulations and showing exceptional patient care

  • Assists pharmacists with answering phones when necessary, routing to appropriate area

  • Is primarily responsible for maintaining inventory of supplies for assigned work area

  • Assists with establishing and maintaining appropriate par levels for all medications and supplies

  • Helps ensures proper storage conditions for all medications

  • When appropriate, creates bin labels to assist with stocking/reordering the proper item numbers from the wholesaler

  • Restocks assigned areas daily or as needed

  • Rotates medications appropriately so that packages with the earliest expiration dates are used first

  • Removes expired drugs from assigned areas monthly

  • Assists with receiving, unpacking, and/or putting away deliveries and shipments of medications and supplies

  • Places orders for supplies through SAP

  • Maintains order and cleanliness of all drug storage areas in the pharmacy

  • Perform other duties assigned.


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:

N/A


Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking


Occasional Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Stooping


Benefits Eligible:

Yes