Pharmacy Technician Advocate

Ascension; United States; Hybrid; USD 28,929 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer 403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for a remote-feel, on-site role with potential hybrid/remote after probation. You will perform medication history, procurement, and inventory management while supporting nuclear pharmacy services and Patient Assistance Programs (PAP).

You will coordinate with patients, healthcare providers, and internal teams, navigate multiple online platforms, and assist with grant and foundation tasks.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician credentials and state licensure as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to use multiple online pharmacy systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform medication history, procurement, and inventory management.
• Support nuclear pharmacy services and Patient Assistance Programs (PAP).
• Coordinate with patients, healthcare providers, and internal teams.
• Navigate multiple online platforms and systems.
• Manage grant and foundation-related tasks.

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of relevant cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Remote

Schedule: Day shift | Full-time Monday-Friday

Salary: $21.63 - $30.15 (per hour)

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage:medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform medication history, procurement, and inventory management; support nuclear pharmacy services and Patient Assistance Programs (PAP) as a pharmacy technician.
• Manage specialty medications via prior authorizations and financial assistance coordination (PAPs, copay cards, and grants).
• Coordinate effectively with patients, health-care providers, and internal teams.
• Navigate multiple virtual platforms and on-line systems.
• Manage grant and foundation-related tasks.

On-site role with the possibility of a hybrid / remote position.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

One or more of the following required:

• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed. Must possess all state and local qualifications.
• Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Must possess all state and local qualifications. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• 1+ year experience of high-level of PAP, Grant and Foundation experience required.
• 1+ year experience of high-level PA experience required.
• Partially remote opportunity after 3-months.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.