Pharmacy Technician IV Ambulatory Pharmacy

Closing Date:

09/05/2026Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary SupportRegularDay Shift (United States of America)NoUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position please click theApply link/button.

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PTSL Ambulatory Pharmacy (Central)

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Under the direct supervision of the Manager of Pharmacy for Ambulatory Care the Clinical Pharmacy Technician (Ambulatory Operational and Patient Assistance) will have primary responsibility for supervising and coordinating operational assistance within clinics in the Integrated Medicine Service Line (IMSL) and/or the Primary Care and Population Health Service Line (PCPHSL). This position is an upper-level technician position. The employee in this position must demonstrate special skills knowledge and task completion not required by the other pharmacy technicians. The programs to be coordinated and monitored include but are not limited to MAP (Medication Assistance Program) retail drug PAPs (free drug) prior authorizations and Medicare assistance/enrollment. This position will support operations ensuring patients receive the lowest out-of-pocket expense possible utilizing assistance from various programs PBMs and manufacturers. This includes but is not limited to researching data connecting patients with appropriate assistance assisting in applications processing prescriptions and communicating with billing and patient follow-up. Additionally the Pharmacy Technician will work directly with a clinical pharmacy specialist to coordinate operational tasks within the clinic(s) including but not limited to obtaining information and coordination of care with external facilities and aiding in transitions of care. The Pharmacy Technician IV will work with pharmacy leadership to maintain and improve program workflows expansion and addition to these duties they may perform the duties of the Pharmacy Technician I/II/III including assisting the pharmacists in day-to-day operations patient outreach and other facets of patient care. The Pharmacy Technician IV will prioritize work based on immediate need and changing workload. They will work as a team member to perform day-to-day work efficiently and accurately along with any additional tasks or projects to help achieve departmental goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• HS/GED plus 4 yrs Pharmacy Tech Experience (i.e. previous lead technician in a sterile compounding setting etc.) or a Bachelors Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences;

• 1 year to obtain ASHP/ACPE accredited technician training or certificate program; National Technician Certification (PTCB);

• Arkansas Pharmacy Technician Licensure

• Within one year of start date will complete a specialized certificate program in sterile compounding (i.e. ASHP or PTCB)

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Oversees day-to-day pharmacy operations including entering prescription orders operating the point-of-sale system and providing customer service.

• Supervises pharmacy staff including technicians volunteers and students.

• Hires trains evaluates and administers human resources functions for direct reports.

• Provides patient support by conducting bedside deliveries and preparing intravenous medications as needed.

• Collaborates with department leadership to support initiatives including planning for future programs and services patient and staff safety and operational improvements.

• Manages the controlled substance storage and distribution program in compliance with all federal and state laws regarding controlled substances.

• Performs other duties as needed.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions) List of three Professional References (name email business title) ResumeProof of Veteran Status

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Annual TB Screening Criminal Background Check Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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