Pharmacy Technician 1 (Temporary)

Go Huskies; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 3,640,000 - 5,210,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Washington Rubenstein Memorial Health Center Pharmacy on the UW Seattle Campus is seeking a temp Pharmacy Technician 1 to join our Pharmacy Team. This role supports ambulatory pharmacy operations, including order entry, filling prescriptions, triaging calls, assisting with online orders, and helping patients with new prescriptions and refills.

The position offers a pay range of $26.42–$37.82 per hour, first shift, and is a temporary opportunity with benefits for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• WA Pharmacy Technician certification or eligibility to obtain license prior to employment.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. under federal law.
• Preferred: six months of pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Enter prescriptions into ambulatory pharmacy system and fill prescriptions.
• Triage incoming pharmacy calls and assist with online prescription orders.
• Assist patients with new prescriptions and refills.
• Determine appropriate payment methods for prescription transactions and handle charging/billing.
• Direct clinical inquiries to the pharmacist and assist in training staff.
• Receive medications and stock inventory and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pharmacy technician certification

Customer service

Education

Washington State Pharmacy Technician license

Job description

## Pharmacy Technician 1 (Temporary)Apply: Seattle, WA: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: October 21, 2026 (7 days left to apply): REQ-0000138071**Job Description****The Rubenstein Memorial Health Center Pharmacy on the UW Seattle Campus is looking for an outstanding temp Pharmacy Technician 1 to join our Pharmacy Team!**The University of Washington School of Pharmacy is ranked nationally in the top schools of Pharmacy. At the School of Pharmacy, we are committed to educating the next generation of leaders in pharmacy, pharmaceutical research and health care – while seeking to ensure the safe, rational and cost-effective use of medicines.**Key Responsibilities:****95% - Pharmacy Technician Duties*** Perform order entry of prescriptions into the ambulatory pharmacy computer system.* Fill prescriptions.* Triage incoming phone calls to the pharmacy department.* Assist with online processing of prescription orders.* Assist patients with new prescriptions and prescription refills.* Determine appropriate payment methods for prescription transactions.* Interact with professional and technical staff, as well as customers, in a friendly, professional, and courteous manner.* Perform charging and billing functions.* Assist in the training of pharmacy assistants, pharmacy technicians, students, and interns.* Direct clinical inquiries requiring a pharmacist's professional judgment to the appropriate pharmacist.* Receive medications delivered to the pharmacy and stock inventory appropriately.**5% - Other Responsibilities*** Perform other duties as assigned.**Required Qualifications**To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.**Minimum Qualifications**Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.* State of Washington Pharmacy Technician certification.* Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law. **Preferred Qualifications*** Six months of pharmacy experience.**Legal Requirement**A valid Washington State license to practice pharmacy or eligibility to obtain license prior to employment.**Compensation, Benefits and Position Details****Pay Range Minimum:**$26.42 hourly**Pay Range Maximum:**$37.82 hourly**Other Compensation:**-**Benefits:**For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/**Shift:**First Shift (United States of America)**Temporary or Regular?**This is a temporary position**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**0.00%**Union/Bargaining Unit:**Not Applicable**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 [e-mail] 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.