Ambulatory Medication Access Technician (Pharmacy Technician) – UVA Outpatient Pharmacies (Hybrid)
About The Position
Prepares and delivers medications to patients and/or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in different general and specialized areas of pharmacy practice. Now is your moment to join UVA Health’s Outpatient Pharmacy team—where access, advocacy, and precision drive every patient experience. About the Department UVA's ambulatory clinics provide comprehensive care to adult and pediatric patients within internal medicine, family medicine, and pediatric practices, addressing common chronic disease states, acute care needs, and preventive services through longitudinal, team-based care models. What We Do Our Medication Access Technicians work alongside clinical pharmacists and insurance specialists to: Coordinate prior authorizations and secure timely medication approvals Investigate and enroll patients in pharmaceutical assistance programs Navigate insurance contracts and carrier updates to ensure compliance Facilitate free home delivery and access to life-changing therapies Why Join Us Be a key player in helping patients access critical medications Work in a fast-growing, high-impact area of pharmacy Use independent judgment in a dynamic patient care setting Collaborate across departments to improve healthcare outcomes Make a difference in the lives of patients facing complex treatment journeys
Requirements
- High School Graduate or Equivalent.
- 6 months minimum relevant experience
- Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required.
- CPhT credential through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required.
- For team members hired prior to February 1, 2020, certification as CPhT through NHA or PTCB is required by January 31, 2022.
- Job requires standing for prolonged periods.
- Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills
- Attention to detail and ability to write legibly
- Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and delivers medications to patients and/or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner.
- Demonstrates the ability to competently work in different general and specialized areas of pharmacy practice.
- Coordinate prior authorizations and secure timely medication approvals
- Investigate and enroll patients in pharmaceutical assistance programs
- Navigate insurance contracts and carrier updates to ensure compliance
- Facilitate free home delivery and access to life-changing therapies
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
