Pharmacy Technician

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The UW Medical Center - Northwest Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician. This part-time position offers 20 hours per week with an evening shift in Seattle, supporting pharmacists with medication procurement, preparation and dispensing.

Duties include restocking storage areas, preparing patient-specific doses, and triaging clinical inquiries requiring a pharmacist’s professional judgement.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited/approved pharmacy technician training program.
• State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification.

Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely medication procurement, preparation and dispensing.
• Restock drug storage areas and refill automated drug dispensing devices in all hospital areas.
• Packaging of medications into single unit doses and preparation of patient-specific doses as needed.
• Triage incoming phone calls and clinical inquiries requiring a pharmacist’s professional judgement within the Pharmacy Department.

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Job description

Job Description

The UW Medical Center - Northwest Pharmacy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Part-Time / 20 hours per week
• Evening Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Perform a variety of pharmaceutical tasks under the general supervision and control of a licensed pharmacist
• Engage in accurate and timely medication procurement, preparation and dispensing
• Promote appropriate, safe, and effective medication use

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely medication procurement, preparation and dispensing
• Restock drug storage areas and refill automated drug dispensing devices in all hospital areas
• Packaging of medications into single unit doses and preparation of patient-specific doses as needed
• Triage incoming phone calls and clinical inquiries requiring a pharmacist’s professional judgement within the Pharmacy Department

Completion of an accredited/approved pharmacy technician training program.

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 and background check.

About Uw Medical Center-northwest

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital 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 six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $28.85 hourly

Pay Range Maximum: $45.14 hourly

Benefits

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

Shift: Evening Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 50.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional

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, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

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 [e-mail].

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.