Pharmacy Technician I PRN - Outpatient Pharmacy

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Closing Date:

07/13/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)Shift Vary (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University 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 $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | PTSL Pharmacy Technicians OP C

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Manager, Clinical Operations, the Pharmacy Technician I – PRN Extra Help (OPC Pharmacy) will assist and support the pharmacist in the day-to-day dispensing operation of patient care. The dispensing operation includes gathering the appropriate medication, operating the automated counting machine, working the filling queue within the dispensing software, compounding medications, operating the point-of-sale system, and other duties related to dispensing medication to the patient. Duties will also include general phone or face-to-face customer service, maintaining appropriate and adequate stock in all pharmacy areas, receiving and shipping. The Pharmacy Technician I will prioritize work based on immediate need and rapidly changing workload. The Pharmacy Technician I will work as a team member to efficiently, accurately perform day-to-day work along with any additional tasks or projects to help achieve departmental goals. The Pharmacy Technician I will assist the Technician II and Technician III as it relates to day-to-day dispensing functions, tasks, and job duties to provide timely and efficient patient service.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED PLUS Arkansas Pharmacy Technician License

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year pharmacy technician experience relevant to hiring area (i.e. retail, hospital, etc.)

• One (1) year work experience

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• 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 on 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 

• May perform other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

$20.34

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] 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.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, 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. 

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

No