Pharmacy Technician - Specialty Pharmacy

MultiCare Health System; Washington; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System's Tacoma General Hospital team seeks a Specialty Pharmacy Navigator to support pharmacy operations under licensed pharmacist supervision. You will receive orders via telephone, fax, and printers, follow up on patient and provider requests, and educate patients and families with guidance from the pharmacist.

This staff-level role emphasizes attention to detail and organized workflow in a retail specialty environment, with day shift and M-F schedule in Tacoma, WA.

Qualifications

• Current Washington State Board of Pharmacy Technician License.
• Minimum two (2) years of pharmacy experience, preferably in retail.
• Experience working directly with specialty medication programs or in a specialty Pharmacy.
• Retail Pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Receiving orders via telephone, fax, and printers and directly from customers.
• Phone call follow-ups with patients, providers and pharmacy staff regarding medication orders and claim status.
• Provide guidance and education to patients and their families under supervision of a pharmacist.
• Work situations are routine duties requiring organization and attention to detail.

Skills

Pharmacy license (Washington State)

Pharmacy experience

Specialty pharmacy experience

Retail pharmacy experience

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day ,Schedule: M-F

Position Summary

The Specialty Pharmacy Navigator assists in performing manipulative and non-discretionary functions associated with the practice of pharmacy under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist to include receiving orders via telephone, fax, and printers and directly from customers. Performs phone call follow ups with patients, providers and pharmacy staff regarding medication orders and claim status. Acts as a support system, providing guidance and education to patients and their families. This is a staff level position working under supervision of a pharmacist. Work situations are a variety of routine duties and functions that require organization and attention to detail.

Requirements

• Current Washington State Board of Pharmacy Technician License
• Minimum two (2) years of pharmacy experience, preferably in retail
• Experience working directly with specialty medication programs or in a specialty Pharmacy
• Retail Pharmacy experience

About Tacoma General Hospital

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children's, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

About the Tacoma Community

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone - outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it's a city where you can live, work and play.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $32.20 - $51.68 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.