Ambulatory Medication Access Technician; Pharmacy Technician - UVA Outpatient Pharmacies; Hybrid

Overview

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.

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.

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
• N avigate insurance contracts and carrier updates to ensure compliance
• Facilitate free home delivery and access to life-changing therapies

• 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

• 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 Health career 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 20 lbs.

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.

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.

• 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

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in multiple specialties and conditions/procedures. UVA Health Children’s is named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best in Virginia. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers.

UVA Health is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.