Pharmacy tech - center

Title: Certified Pharmacy Tech II - Dana Cancer Center

Department Org: Dana Cancer Center - 110250

Employee Classification: B5 - Unclass Full Time AFSCME HSC

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME HSC

Primary Location: HSC H

Shift: 1

Start Time: 8am End Time: 4:30pm

Posted Salary: $22.62 - $26.07

Float: False

Rotate: False

On Call: False

Travel: False

Weekend/Holiday: False

Job Description

The Outpatient Pharmacy Technician II is responsible for assisting the pharmacist in processing and obtaining prior authorizations for clinic prescriptions triaging to UTMC Outpatient Pharmacies for dispensing in a manner that promotes high quality, cost effective, professional standards of patient care. This position assists the pharmacist in promoting, maintaining, and facilitating quality pharmacy services in compliance with laws set forth by the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy. They collaborate and communicate with patients, caregivers, health care professionals and the public to enhance the patient experience. The Outpatient Pharmacy Technician II completes other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold current and unrestricted registration with the Ohio State Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Technician.
• Technician certification required by Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or equivalent.
• Requires 2 years’ experience.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively, professionally and courteously with other health care professionals, patients and members of the University community.
• Knowledge of metric system, along with names, strength and dosage forms of medications, and common medical abbreviations.
• Experience in outpatient or retail pharmacy service
• Strong computer skills required.
• Knowledge of purchasing and inventory management skills.
• Knowledge of third party insurance billing.
• Provide excellent customer service and present a positive public image.
• Must be able to withstand pressure due to work volume, interruptions, pace, job variety with an expected degree of accuracy.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 including color vision when applicable.
• Ability to hear (with or without aides).
• Ability to orally communicate.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer/lift 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk constantly.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and kneel occasionally.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience completing prior authorizations for specialty medications, both electronically and via paper submission
• Familiarity with navigating insurance requirements, benefits verification, and appeals process
• Prior work experience with oncology medications, including oral oncolytics, supportive care agents, and specialty infusion products
• Understanding of FDA indications, REMS programs, and common payer restrictions associated with oncology therapies
• Experience coordinating with specialty pharmacies, manufacturers, and patient assistance programs
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at [email protected] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.