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

Located at 1725 Discovery Dr., Suite 200, Charlottesville, VA 22911, UVA’s Outpatient Clinics support both adult and pediatric patients with complex and chronic conditions including cancer, HIV, cystic fibrosis, multiple sclerosis, and transplant-related therapies.

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
• Support refill management and patient outreach
• 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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: 6 months minimum relevant experience
• Licensure/Certifications: 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.

Physical Demands: 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.

Work Arrangement

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 1 day on campus per week, with additional on-site presence as needed, in accordance with UVA’s remote work guidelines.

Onboarding Requirements:

Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.

The starting base rate for this role is $20.68 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Job Profile

J1742 - Pharmacy Technician 2

Career Stream and Level

Clinical Technician-T2

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