Pharmacy Technician I, Specialty Pharmacy - Per diem (2026-0741)

Valley Medical Center & Clinics; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Medical Center is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I for the Specialty Pharmacy on a per diem basis at the VMC Main Campus in Renton, WA. The technician supports the specialty pharmacy supervisor, communicates with pharmacists, and helps ensure programs meet regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include processing specialty drug orders, assisting with benefits verification, prior authorization, and billing tasks while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in all patient interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must hold WA Pharmacy Technician credential in good standing.
• 2-3 years specialty/retail pharmacy technician experience.
• PTCB certification preferred; certification required for Tech II.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for specialty drug distribution services.
• Complete competency assessments.
• Maintain knowledge of current medications.
• Facilitate delivery and packaging of specialty drugs for shipment.
• Restock medications and supplies as needed.
• Assist with benefits verification and prior authorization processes.
• Handle daily billing operations and patient statements.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

WA Pharmacy Technician credential

PTCB national certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Epic

Willow Ambulatory

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician I, Specialty Pharmacy - Per diem

Req: 2026-0741

Location: VMC Main Campus

Department: Specialty Pharmacy

Shift:

Type: OC / PD

FTE: 0

Hours:

City State: Renton, WA

Category SEIU-Service

Salary Range: Min $31.31- Max $48.07/hrly. DOE

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.

TITLE: Pharmacy Technician, Specialty Pharmacy

JOB OVERVIEW: The specialty pharmacy technician is responsible for supporting the specialty pharmacy supervisor in their duties by providing technical assistance in accordance with department policy and Washington State Law. Maintains close working communication with pharmacists and pharmacy coordinators and manager regarding the various department programs. The Technician helps facilitate departmental and hospital programs being carried out in accordance with regulatory agency requirements.

DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy

WORK HOURS: Variable to accommodate Pharmacy needs

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Specialty Pharmacy Services

PREREQUISITES;

High school diploma or equivalency (GED) required.

Must hold a Pharmacy Technician credential in the State of Washington and be in good standing as of hire date.

Minimum 2-3 Years Specialty/retail Pharmacy Technician Experience Required.

National certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), or equivalent preferred. Certification required for Tech II classification (see addendum).

Qualifications:

General knowledge of Third Party Insurances.

Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion, with good public relations and proper patient management skills, and the ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships with fellow employees.

Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills with a diverse patient population.

Demonstrate customer service skills.

Demonstrate listening skills and the ability to effectively analyze and resolve problems.

Ability to communicate effectively with pharmacists and other patient care providers.

Ability to transcribe information accurately.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information.

Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a dynamic work environment.

Ability to work with Microsoft Office programs, Epic, Willow Ambulatory, and other pharmacy systems.

Unique Physical/Mental Demands. Environment And Working Conditions:

Flexible to work various hours to include evening, weekend, and holidays.

Capable of walking and standing for extended periods throughout the work shift.

Extensive data entry keyboarding into computer.

Able to lift from floor to overhead levels and carry/push items weighing up to 40 pounds.

Performance Responsibilities:

Same as generic job description for clinical partner.

• Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner
• Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:

Responsible for the provision of technical support of specialty drug distribution services at Valley Medical Center.

Completes assigned competency assessments.

Responsible for maintaining basic knowledge of current medications.

Responsible for facilitating delivery of medications including ensuring specialty drugs are prepared and packaged appropriately for shipment.

Responsible for ensuring medications and supplies are adequately restocked.

Help providers and other patient care staff on issues regarding specialty pharmacy services.

Responsible for the financial assistance and prior authorization processes for all specialty pharmacy patients and clinic staff.

Perform full Benefits Verification on patients, including coordination with payers to investigate and verify terms of patient coverage and out-of-pocket costs.

Responsible for answering insurance and billing questions and providing feedback to management regarding contracting opportunities and process improvements.

Responsible for daily billing operations, such as submission of claims (electronic and paper), patient statements, follow-up and resolution of nonpayment, denials, and prior authorization requests.

Understand and maintain all federal and state regulations and policies and procedures applicable to HIPAA practices and patient confidentiality.

Communicates with Specialty Pharmacy Staff, Prescribers, Specialty Clinic staff, and other care team members.

Completes additional responsibilities/projects when assigned by manager, coordinators, or pharmacists.

Addendum - Job Classification (pharmacy Technician) Requirement:

Pharmacy Technician I (6050) - none

Pharmacy Technician II (6051) - must maintain an approved national certification (e.g., Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB))

Created: 12/16

Revised: 1/26

Grade: SEIUSVC

FLSA: NE

Cost Center: 7174,7175

Job Qualifications:

PREREQUISITES;

High school diploma or equivalency (GED) required.

Must hold a Pharmacy Technician credential in the State of Washington and be in good standing as of hire date.

Minimum 2-3 Years Specialty/retail Pharmacy Technician Experience Required.

National certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), or equivalent preferred. Certification required for Tech II classification (see addendum).

Addendum - Job Classification (pharmacy Technician) Requirement:

Pharmacy Technician I (6050) - none

Pharmacy Technician II (6051) - must maintain an approved national certification (e.g., Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB))