Pharmacy Technician 3 - Amcare Centralized Clinical Pharmacy Services -Refill

Job Summary The Pharmacy Technician 3 is responsible for gathering information from medical records and other sources as required to process refill requests. Makes analysis of what further information needs to be collected to complete patient history. Makes recommendations to pharmacist for refill authorization based on protocols and data gathered. Communicates authorization requests to requesting parties. May assists with processing of prior authorization requests and resolving medication access issues. Maintains database of activities to document workload and impact on patient outcomes.
Percentages of time allocated to functions are a guideline only. Individual assignments and actual time worked in each functional area may vary based on the department's operational needs.
Apply By Date
3/27/2024 at 11:59pm
Minimum Qualifications
For full consideration applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.

• Outpatient pharmacy experience
• Working knowledge of using an electronic medical record (EMR).
• Previous experience communicating with patients and hospital personnel, both orally and in writing.
• Must be organized and able to keep accurate records and pay close attention to details.
• Must have experience and ability to perform chart review in a time-effective manner.
• Must be able to perform pharmacy calculations accurately.
• Must have knowledge of current generic and trade drug names and pharmacy terminology.
• Must be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision, yet to recognize when it is appropriate to seek assistance from others when limits of authority have been reached.
• Must possess problem-solving skills to independently recognize and define a problem and identify the resources available to help solve the problem, create and implement viable solutions, and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties.
• Must possess interpersonal skills to establish and maintain a friendly, welcoming environment for clinic's/department's customers.
• Must have working knowledge of Office Suite Systems (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• National Board Certification (CPhT)
• Previous Epic experience
• Experience working in an Ambulatory Care Clinic, medication refill program or PBM
• Experience with prior authorization process and procedures

Department Description
The Pharmacy Department provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pharmaceutical services (prescriptions, unit dose, IV admixtures, clinical infusion pumps and teaching) throughout the Medical Center complex 24 hours per day. The Department is comprised of three inpatient and six outpatient pharmacies, a sterile production lab and the full complement of pharmacy purchasing, stores and distribution.
Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $33.00 to $41.09
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 289
• Payroll Title: PHARMACY TCHN 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: 8 Hour
• Location: Patient Contact Center, Rancho Cordova
• Union Representation: Yes, EX
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: Hybrid
• THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY

Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Maternity, Paternity, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, disability, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistant for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands
Carrying - Ocassionally, Attendance - Constantly, Cleaning - Ocassionally, Driving - Occasionally, Pulling - Occasionally, Pushing - Occasionally, Reaching - Occasionally, Sitting - Constantly, Speaking - Constantly, Squatting, Stooping, Bending - Occasionally, Standing - Frequently, Twisting - Occasionally, Walking - Frequently, Writing - Frequently, Grasp - Frequently, Talk or Hear - Constantly
Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.
For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
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