Pharmacy Technician I - Specialty Pharmacy Operations

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Closing Date:

09/07/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)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 Specialty Pharmacy Operations

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Pharmacy Technician I works under the supervision of the pharmacist and assists with the preparation, delivery, and shipping of medication. Performs tasks within regulations set forth by state, federal and accreditation bodies. The technician will provide excellent pharmacy services.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Arkansas Pharmacy Technician License or eligible for licensure by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree

• 1 year of pharmacy technician experience

• PTCB National Certification

• ASHP/ACPE-accredited technician training or certificate program (i.e., Advanced Certified Pharmacy Technician)

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes the order of filling (waiting, pickup, same-day shipment, next-day shipment) to meet patient needs and ensure patient satisfaction.

• Labels all prescription bottles accurately and with pharmaceutical elegance and applies all appropriate auxiliary labels.

• Ensures appropriate paperwork is included with each prescription fill.

• Accurately fills orders to meet and improve metrics surrounding errors while processing prescriptions.

• Documents appropriate information during the filling process to meet UAMS Policies and Procedures and URAC and ACHC Accreditation Standards.

• Understands and follows all UAMS Policies related to medication processing and filling, including adherence to HIPAA laws.

• Demonstrates understanding and proper handling of Hazardous Drugs. Communicates with Specialty Pharmacy staff to ensure seamless pharmaceutical care for Specialty patients.

• Maintains cleaning logs for supplies used in Specialty Pharmacy Operations.

• Displays courtesy and respect toward all patients and employees.

• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity.

• Strives to provide excellent pharmacy services.

• Values patient safety as a priority. 

• Promotes health equity.

• Displays teamwork ability.

• Works creatively to solve problems and improve services.

• Participates in the training of staff.

• Assures medication supply is sufficient for needs and alerts the buyer to any deficiencies.

• Proactively addresses supply to ensure availability for next-day shipping. Completes regularly scheduled inventory counts and reviews (including but not limited to: cycle counts, annual inventory, out-of-date stock review).

• Manages and updates inventory procedures, ensuring all responsible parties complete assigned inventory tasks.

• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), ResumeList of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact

askrecruitment@uams.edu

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:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing

Benefits Eligible:

Yes