Pharmacy Technician

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

We are considering all applicants for the pharmacy technician roles listed below.

Based on your professional work experience, skills, and abilities, we will attach

your application at the appropriate level and forward your information to our

hiring team for review.

Pharmacy Technician Trainee:

This position learns the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical

pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations,

compounding or otherwise preparing, filling, pricing, and delivering pharmaceuticals or

other related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions,

completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting

computer data, and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to

provide Pharmacy Department services. This position completes the essential functions

of the job under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.

Pharmacy Technician I:

This position provides the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical

pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations,

compounding or otherwise preparing, filling, pricing, and delivering pharmaceuticals or

other related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions,

completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting

computer data, and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to

provide Pharmacy Department services. This position completes the essential functions

of the job under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.

Pharmacy Technician II:

This position provides the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical

pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations,

compounding or otherwise preparing, filling, pricing, and delivering pharmaceuticals or

other related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions,

completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting

computer data, and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to

provide Pharmacy Department services. This position completes the essential functions

of the job under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist. As a Pharmacy Technician II,

this position provides advanced services such as IV therapy, preparation of

chemotherapy, maintenance of automated dispensing machines, narcotic coordination,

investigational drug therapy, billing/coding. Technician II incumbents are expected to

plan, coordinate, and implement training programs for other staff. Technician IIs have a

higher level of responsibility for departmental and organizational problem solving.

Pharmacy Technician III:

This position provides the technical functions associated with the delivery of clinical

pharmacy services by maintaining proper stock levels in all pharmacy locations,

compounding or otherwise preparing filling, pricing and delivering medications or other

related items. The incumbent may perform duties such as entering prescriptions,

completing reports, operating and maintaining automated dispensing devices, inputting

computer data and providing all aspects of customer service that are required to provide

Pharmacy Department services. This positions completes the essential functions of the

job under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. A Pharmacy Technician III must meet

all the expectations of a Pharmacy Technician II. As a Pharmacy Technician III, this

position requires a high level of in-depth knowledge and expertise that is characterized

by demonstrating advanced, complex problem solving, practicing in more specialized

assignments, leading in the planning coordination and implementation of training

programs, and assisting with quality and safety improvement projects.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Trains to assist the pharmacist in tasks associated with patient care.

• Learns to effectively manage supplies of the department.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.

• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.

• Familiarity with medical terminology.

• May determine options from a variety of pre-established departmental policies and procedures, but cannot act outside of these unless authorized to do so by a Pharmacist.

• May vary work routines according to patient care priorities.

• Major problems encountered by incumbents include first line screening for medication order errors, drug or allergy contraindications, and processing non-formulary drug requests.

• Challenges encountered may include problem solving for operation and maintenance of all automated systems in the Pharmacy Department.

• Performing the essential duties of this position may involve standing for extended periods of time and/or handling heavy or bulky supply containers.

• Knowledge and ability to perform mathematical calculations for extemporaneous compounding and special dose preparation, rectifying drug distribution errors, reconciling billing and administration records, etc.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Licenses Required

• Current Pharmacy Technician Training license with the State of Utah

• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. This position involves standing for extended periods of time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

Walking, Standing, Speaking, Sitting, Reaching, Pulling and/or Pushing, Near Vision, Listening, Lifting, Far Vision, Color Determination, Carrying

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

To inquire about this posting, email:

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:

Online reports may be submitted

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at or or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Requisition Number

74018

Reg/Temp

Regular

Employment Type

Full-Time

Shift

Rotating

Work Schedule

Various schedules available

Clinical/Non-Clinical Status

Clinical

Location Name

University of Utah Hospital

Workplace Set Up

On-site

City

SALT LAKE CITY

State

UT

Department

UUH ANC 11C Pharmacy Ctrl Dist

Category

Pharmacy

Workplace Set Up

On-site