Certified Pharmacy Technician

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

Assistance Program (AAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL seeks a Pharmacy Technician to perform distributive pharmacy services and specialized duties in a hospital setting. You will support pharmacists with medication histories, compounding, PAP processes, and immunizations where permitted by state law.

The role requires active ALBOP licensure and a current CPhT certification; HS diploma or equivalent preferred with prior pharmacy experience. This is a full-time on-site position at St. Vincent's Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Active Alabama Board of Pharmacy registration (ALBOP) required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through PTCB or equivalent.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide distributive pharmacy services and technical support to Pharmacist.
• Perform duties in specialty pharmacy services including hazardous drug compounding, medication history, and PAP.
• Refill and maintain automated dispensing system; prepare orders and manage inventory.
• Serve as liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals; communicate with external resources.
• Assist pharmacists with patient education materials and immunizations where allowed by state law.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician

Education

High School Diploma

ALBOP Licensure

CPhT Certification (PTCB)

Tools

Automated dispensing system

Job description

• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Position Overview

• Department: Inpatient Pharmacy
• Schedule: Monday - Friday 4:30PM-1:00AM
• Work Location: St. Vincent's Birmingham
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Job Description

Provides distributive pharmacy services and technical support for the Pharmacist. Performs activities or tasks in specialty pharmacy services.

• Performs specialized duties such as hazardous drug compounding, medication history, nuclear, and Patient Assistance Program (PAP) as a pharmacy technician.
• Refills and maintains automated dispensing system. Prepares orders, maintains inventory, and repackages bulk medications. Receives and stores incoming supplies.
• Serves as a liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing necessary information. Communicates with external resources such as retail pharmacies, provider officers, and data exchanges.
• Identifies and assists with patient medication access including, benefit investigation, prior authorization, and financial assistance.
• Assists Pharmacist in preparation of patient education materials.
• May give immunizations in accordance with state laws.
• May serve as pharmacist extender in situations such as Caregiver Model of the Future responsibilities. May monitor compliance with regulatory standards and be responsible for inventory and drug shortage management and optimization.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Currently registered as a pharmacy technician by the Alabama Board of Pharmacy (ALBOP) required. Active registration will be required prior to date of hire.
• Must hold active certification as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or other nationally recognized and accredited certification program requiring examination.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency required. Two (2) years of relevant experience preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you're seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there's a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you'll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.