Pharmacy Technician IV Procurement

Closing Date:

09/24/2026Clinical 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.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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A Pharmacy Technician IV will supervise direct coordinate and provide first line administrative and technical functions for our technicians volunteers students and other personnel as directed. This position is an upper-level technician position in the Department of Pharmacy responsible for procuring and stocking medications for UAMS Health. The employee in this position must demonstrate special skills and knowledge not required by the other pharmacy technician. The technician in this position will assist department leadership to support the goals and vision of the service line. The pharmacy technician IV works in partnership with the pharmacist manager to develop and streamline pharmacy improvement initiative including project aimed at meeting departmental goals. The individual participates as an essential member of the pharmacy leadership team to address and resolve broad management/administrative issues such as planning for future programs and services patient and staff safety regulatory compliance and operational monitoring. Pharmacy Technician IV may work online based on department need to help with day-to-day dispensing functions tasks and job duties to provide timely and efficient patient services. They will help with maintaining changing and implementing new workflows technology/automation and process improvement projects. They provide leadership and assistance for developing appropriate training education and competencies for employees and rotation students. This position will promote staff engagement and great customer service. They will also represent the department by serving on committees and attending meetings as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional Information:

Responsiblities:

• Ordering stocking and managing inventory for UAMS Health hospitals and clinics

• 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

• Help implement changes to the medication specialized computer systems within the Department of Pharmacy

• Assist with technologyupgrades including testing and training

• Communicate with other departments healthcare professionals and services in accordance with established policies and procedures.

• Assist with managing accreditation body activities including Joint Commission State Board etc.

• Communicate information effectively on updates to the pharmacy policies and procedures

• Assist Pharmacy Manager(s) with special projects

• Cover shifts when needed

• Ensure proper training for technicians

• Assist with student training and programs

• Assist P&T committee with the add and removal of formulary and non-formulary drugs

• Monitor temperature humidity and pressure logs

• Expedites delivery of all STAT/NOW orders

• Delivers medication carts accurately and promptly

• Rotates medications appropriately

• Delivers Pyxis accurately and promptly

• Restock assigned areas daily

• Maintain Pyxis Stock Out on units

• Maintains security of controlled substances

• Monitor the Removal of expired drugs from assigned areas monthly

• Inspection and maintenance of drug storage area

• May perform other duties as assigned.

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 Sex Offender Registry 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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