Pharmacy Technician 2 - Outpatient at Roosevelt

Job Description

The UW Medical Center-Montlake Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician 2 - Outpatient at Roosevelt.

WORK SCHEDULE

     • Part-Time / 20 hours per week

     • Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Assist the Pharmacist in professional activities and perform assigned tasks.

• All activities of Pharmacy Technicians are performed under the direct supervision of a registered Pharmacist.

• Additionally, the person in this role will perform specialized, technical pharmacy tasks within the medical clinics and outpatient pharmacy areas and act as a liaison to clinic personnel and maintain a controlled substance area. 

• The Pharmacy Technician 2 will engage in the preparation of sterile and non-sterile medications and other pharmacy-related functions.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform certified order entry of medication orders into the ambulatory pharmacy computer system.

• Online processing and filling of prescriptions.

• Assist patients with new prescriptions and refills.

• Determine payment method, assist patients with alternate sources of payment, and perform charging/billing functions.

• Compound and prepare medications from a physician order, which may include compounded sterile and non-sterile products and investigational drugs under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.

• Maintain controlled substance documentation and complete assigned outdate checking and unit inspections.

• Troubleshoot technical questions related to specialized area and direct clinical inquiries requiring a Pharmacist’s professional judgment.

• Accurately maintain inventory of pharmaceuticals and supplies. Coordinate the movement of stock items when drugs are in short supply.

• Train pharmacy assistants, technicians, students, and interns on specialized job duties as assigned.

Competitive candidates will be able to effectively triage and communicate with patients, have the ability to perform computer entry of prescriptions and charge/credit data, and perform sterile compounding of pharmaceuticals under the supervision of a Pharmacist. Inherent to success in this position are organizational skills and use of professional judgment.   ​

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Six (6) months of experience as a Pharmacy Technician 1 or equivalent education/experience

LEGAL REQUIREMENT

State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen.  

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.

Excellence. Exploration. Education.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$31.86 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$46.98 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

50.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.