Pharmacy Technician IV – Procurement

Jobtailor; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UAMS Health in Little Rock, AR seeks a Pharmacy Technician to supervise staff, manage inventories, and support regulatory compliance across hospital and clinic settings.

You will implement workflows, develop training, and assist with accreditation activities while ensuring patient safety and efficient service delivery.

Qualifications

• HS/GED plus 4 yrs Pharmacy Tech Experience
• Proficient in technician roles across settings
• 1 year to obtain ASHP/ACPE accredited technician training or certificate
• National Technician Certification (PTCB)
• Pharmacy Technician License by Arkansas Board of Pharmacy
• Proof of legal work authorization in the United States
• Advanced degree (preferred)
• Strong math skills (preferred)
• 2+ years of UAMS pharmacy experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct, coordinate and provide first-line administrative and technical functions
• Procure, stock, and manage inventory for UAMS Health hospitals and clinics
• Support pharmacy improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, and operational monitoring
• Maintain, change, and implement workflows, technology and process improvement projects
• Develop training and competencies for employees and students
• Promote staff engagement and customer service
• Serve on committees and attend meetings
• Orient new hires on requirements and procedures
• Counsel employees on performance issues and disciplinary actions
• Assist with changes to specialized medication computer systems
• Assist with technology upgrades, testing and training
• Communicate with departments and healthcare professionals per policy
• Assist with accreditation activities including Joint Commission and State Board
• Assist Pharmacy Manager with special projects and cover shifts
• Assist with student training and programs
• Assist P&T committee with formulary decisions
• Monitor environmental logs and Pyxis operations
• Expedite STAT/NOW orders and deliver medication carts
• Rotate medications and restock areas
• Maintain Pyxis stock and security of controlled substances
• Monitor removal of expired drugs
• Inspect drug storage areas
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

Staff training

Communication

Leadership

Customer service

Data monitoring

Math skills

Education

HS/GED

Bachelor's in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharmacy Technician License (Arkansas)

PTCB Certification

ASHP/ACPE Accredited Technician Training

Tools

Pyxis

Medication computer systems

Technology upgrades

Job description

• Supervise, direct, coordinate and provide first‑line administrative and technical functions for technicians, volunteers, students, and other personnel
• Procure, stock, and manage inventory for UAMS Health hospitals and clinics
• Support pharmacy improvement initiatives, departmental goals, patient and staff safety, regulatory compliance, and operational monitoring
• Maintain, change, and implement workflows, technology/automation, and process improvement projects
• Develop training, education, and competencies for employees and rotation students
• Promote staff engagement and customer service
• Serve on committees and attend assigned meetings
• Orient new hires on job requirements, policies, and work procedures
• Counsel employees on unsatisfactory performance and work behaviors
• Administer formal disciplinary actions, up to and including termination
• Implement changes to specialized medication computer systems
• Assist with technology upgrades, testing, and training
• Communicate with departments, healthcare professionals, and services according to policies and procedures
• Assist with accreditation activities including Joint Commission and State Board activities
• Assist Pharmacy Manager(s) with special projects and cover shifts when needed
• Assist with student training and programs
• Assist P&T committee with formulary and non-formulary drug additions and removals
• Monitor temperature, humidity, and pressure logs
• Expedite STAT/NOW orders and deliver medication carts and Pyxis accurately and promptly
• Rotate medications and restock assigned areas daily
• Maintain Pyxis Stock Out on units
• Maintain security of controlled substances
• Monitor monthly removal of expired drugs
• Inspect and maintain drug storage areas
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• HS/GED plus 4 yrs Pharmacy Tech Experience (i.e. retail, hospital, etc.) or Bachelors Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Competent in all areas and technician roles
• 1 year to obtain ASHP/ACPE accredited technician training or certificate program
• National Technician Certification (PTCB)
• Pharmacy Technician License by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
• Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
• Advanced Degree (preferred)
• Good/Strong Math Skills (preferred)
• 2+ years of UAMS pharmacy experience (preferred)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in pharmacy operations, including inventory management, regulatory compliance, and staff training. Proficient in implementing technology solutions and maintaining safety standards within healthcare settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Pharmacy Technician License
• National Technician Certification (PTCB)
• Inventory Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Staff Training and Development

Hard Skills

• Pharmacy Operations
• Medication Management
• Process Improvement
• Workflow Implementation
• Data Monitoring
• Math Skills

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Leadership
• Counseling
• Customer Service
• Staff Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

• ASHP/ACPE Accredited Technician Training
• National Technician Certification (PTCB)

Industry Keywords

• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• UAMS Health
• Joint Commission
• Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy
• Accreditation Activities

Tools & Technologies

• Pyxis
• Medication Computer Systems
• Technology Upgrades