Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician

Central Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Health is seeking an Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Technician to support the Transition of Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities teams. The role involves medication management, patient education, and collaboration with pharmacists to optimize therapy outcomes. 5 days a week as a full-time position in Austin, TX.

You will assist with CDTM processes, documentation, and inquiries while ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations and processing insurance tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (higher degree accepted).
• 1 year of experience as a pharmacy technician.
• Current BLS certification (Upon Hire).
• Texas State Board of Pharmacy license (Upon Hire).
• MTM certificate (PTCB) within 6 months of hire.
• Medication History Certificate within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Support pharmacists and TOC/SNF teams in CDTM and patient assessments. Document patient interactions and medication therapy outcomes.
• Gather medication histories from multiple EHR systems.
• Identify potential errors or necessary clarifications with acute precision.
• Assist with insurance processing and billing as needed.
• Deliver safe patient care.
• Address patient questions and concerns, and facilitate medication access.
• Ensure compliance with Board of Pharmacy and other regulatory standards.

Skills

CDTM support

Medication history

Patient education

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

MTM Certificate

Medication History Certificate

Job description

Overview

At Central Health, we provide high-quality, patient-centered care. We are a leading provider of ambulatory care services, committed to improving patient outcomes through innovative solutions and a supportive team environment. Join us in making a difference in patients' lives as we continue to grow and excel in the healthcare field.

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Technician to join our dynamic team. The Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Technician will work at Transition of Care/Skilled Nursing Facilities (TOC/SNF) for the equivalent of 5 days a week (1 FTE). This role supports our ambulatory care services by assisting pharmacists and the TOC/SNF team in medication management, patient education, and ensuring optimal medication therapy outcomes.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Clinical Support: Support pharmacists and TOC/SNF teams in conducting Collaborative Drug Therapy Management (CDTM) and patient assessments. Document patient interactions and medication therapy outcomes, including but not limited to:

• Gathering medication histories with accuracy from multiple Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Identifying potential errors or necessary clarifications with acute precision.
• Medication use and administration.
• Prescribing accuracy.
• Administration of CDTM per protocols.

Administrative Duties: Assist with insurance processing and billing as needed, including but not limited to:

• Alleviating pharmacists' and TOC/SNF staff’s time by completing various administrative tasks.
• Delivering safe patient care.

Patient Interaction: Address patient questions and concerns, and facilitate medication access.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including those set by the Board of Pharmacy and other regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent (higher degree accepted)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year of experience as a pharmacy technician

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) - Obtained through approved American Heart Association (Upon Hire)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician license with Texas State Board of Pharmacy (Upon Hire)
• Completion of Medication Therapy Management (MTM) and Medication History Certificate through PTCB.org (Within 6 months of hire)
• Medication History Certificate (within 6 months of hire)