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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):
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 the Apply 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 University’s 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.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
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Minimum Qualifications:
HS/GED plus 4 yrs Pharmacy Tech Experience or 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.
Computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office and EMR experience)
Preferred Qualifications:
B.S. or higher degree; business/accounting courses preferred
ASHP/ACPE accredited technician training
Previous experience as a pharmacy buyer
Previous experience with 340B
Previous management or team leader experience
Specialized certificate or certification (i.e. PTCB Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician, ASHP Sterile Compounding Certificate, 340B Certification, etc.)
Strong math skills; excellent communication & organizational skills
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Focuses on providing copay assistance and free drugs to infusion patients, as well as assists with other efforts within the pharmacy copay assistance programs
Monitors work queues within the EPIC platform to identify patients' need for assistance
Collaborates with other staff to expand efforts and organize workflow.
Works with manufacturer patient assistance programs and utilizes platforms needed to apply for assistance.
Develops and maintains reporting metrics needed to track productivity for copay assistance
Assists with adjudicating medication fills and refills
Works with clinic staff and billing to obtain PAs and EOBs as necessary
Has an exceptional understanding of EPIC Willow Ambulatory/Hyperspace and how to navigate
Performs basic pharmaceutical calculations
Research patient data and previous fills
Performs regularly scheduled and organized follow-ups with patients to ensure active and timely copay assistance
Communicates professionally and efficiently with patients and other department staff
Troubleshoots and communicates with billing
Maintains appropriate records and paperwork, electronic and/or paper
Answers and receives phone calls, directing to the appropriate area when necessary
Full understanding of 340B requirements, guidelines, and processes
Monitors MAP program policies and staff work to ensure all are in adherence with the 340B program
Monitors and submits monthly AKDC claims promptly
Assists SPS and Retail patient assistance coordinators as needed when work is caught up
Has an exceptional understanding of EPIC Willow Ambulatory and how to navigate
Assists pharmacists with patient outreach and answers phones regularly
Communicates professionally and efficiently with patients and other staff
Maintains appropriate records and paperwork, electronically and/or paper
Delivers medication to employees/patients in a timely and accurate manner
Promotes a safe working environment and maintains clean work surfaces in all dispensing areas
Complies with all departmental and institutional policies and procedures
Documents all cleaning activities and duties on the appropriate log sheets
Understands how to operate all equipment (CII safe, Parata Max, Rover, printers, etc)
Helps maintain Parata Max inventory levels, restocking when needed
May be asked to assist with weekly and monthly duties, such as cycle counts, return to stock drugs, and expired drug pulls
Promptly reports to supervisor or other appropriate individual if there are any deficiencies or problems with any equipment, facilities, or drug distribution
Assists the shipping department if needed
Work to provide excellent pharmacy services and assist in achieving departmental goals and ultimately the institution’s vision and mission
Participates in educating & training of students, residents, and new employees
Dependable.
Rarely tardy or absent from work per the UAMS Unapproved Absence Policy
Cross-trained and can work in multiple areas
Floats to other areas when work is caught up
Accepts responsibility for the work area
Participates in educating & training students and new employees
Keeps visiting and other non-work activities to a minimum while there is work to do
Displays initiative to learn new jobs and solve problems
Handles problems with professionalism
Adheres to the UAMS Code of Conduct
Protect confidential information
Works effectively with all employees, colleagues, patients, and guests as a team
Adheres to institutional and departmental dress code
Maintains professional behavior and mutual respect toward all employees, colleagues, patients, and guests
Other duties as assigned
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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.