Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician II

Quick Facts

• Work mode: Eligible to work from home; must be available to go on-site as needed

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (weekends as needed)

• Shift: Days; 40 hours/week

• Status: Regular; Non-Exempt

Description

Supports pharmacy operations by participating in and assisting with overall pharmacy technician activities, including staffing and work assignments. Acts as a liaison among the department, information systems, physicians, patients/families, and site staff, while performing pharmaceutical procedures for safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication preparation and distribution. Applies clinical judgment to support the patient’s plan of care and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, privacy, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute medications using established pharmaceutical procedures.

• Support pharmacy workflow by assisting with staffing and work assignment coordination.

• Provide timely pharmaceutical support aligned to the patient plan of care.

• Maintain accurate records using common prescribing/dispensing/record-keeping terms, abbreviations, and symbols.

• Adhere to applicable regulatory and accreditation standards (including The Joint Commission, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA, and USP).

Requirements

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Pharmacy Technician program OR meet Board of Pharmacy requirements to obtain registration.

• Certification & licensure: PHRMTECHR Registered Pharmacy Technician OR PHARMC Certified Pharmacy Technician OR TCH Pharmacy Technician OR PHARMI Pharmacy Intern.

• Experience: 1 year of recent relevant experience.

• Knowledge of medical terminology; generic and trade pharmaceutical names; pharmaceutical calculations; and laws/regulations.

• Knowledge of pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.

• Ability to identify and use pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping.

• Basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including The Joint Commission, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA, and USP.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for sensitive information.

• Well-developed time management and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and work within standardized operating procedures.

• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Pay range: $38.15 to $53.40 per hour (based on primary work location and additional factors).