Pharmacy Technician
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

SA Campus Health Services-650001

Career Area:

Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

Is this an internal only recruitment?:

No

Posting Open Date :

10/30/2024

Application Deadline:

11/29/2024

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title:

Pharmacy Technician - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent:

GN05

Working Title:

Pharmacy Technician

Position Number:

20019010

Vacancy ID:

P019786

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

Work Schedule:

8am to 6:30pm Mon-Fri, rotating 8 hr shifts for total 40hr/wk; approximately one Saturday 11am to 3pm every month

Work Location:

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$33,540 - $39,000

Pay Band Information:

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

Campus Health (CH) is a multi-specialty ambulatory college health clinic providing quality, and affordable health care for eligible students and spouses. Annually, CH has more than 80,000 patient encounters, which includes Primary Care and Women's Health as well as specialty clinics in sports medicine, orthopedics, gynecology, physical therapy, counseling and psychological services, travel clinic and allergy clinic. Weekend acute care is provided from 8-5 PM. On site ancillary services include pharmacy, OTC pharmacy, Student Stores pharmacy, medical laboratory, and radiology.

Campus Health has been continuously accredited since 1986 by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. All personnel are trained in the concepts and principles of Performance Improvement and serve as team members and leaders in shaping and defining the organization as it strives to provide quality and safe care.

Campus Health collaborates with Student Wellness and Campus Recreation and other Student Affairs partners to provide education and outreach to assist in keeping the campus population healthy.

Education and research comprise another important function of CH. CH provides clinical rotations and practicums for students in the School of Education, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Work and Public Health, Department of Medical Technology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Health and Radiology. In addition, CH serves as a research site for a number of faculty and graduate student grants and contracts, where CH staff participates with the principal investigators across a variety of medical specialties.

Position Summary:

This position is eligible for a Sign On Bonus of $2,000 to be paid in two installment:
- $ 1,000 within 30 days of your hire date and
- $ 1,000 12 months after hire date

Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the pharmacy technician with Campus Health performs the technical tasks of many pharmacy-related functions, in accordance with local, state, and federal laws; professional and accreditation standards; and organizational policies and procedures. Pharmacy-related functions include greeting of clients, entry of prescription data into the QS/1 pharmacy computer system; preparation, packaging, and labeling of prescribed medications for dispensing by the pharmacist; operation of a cash register; and maintenance of medication inventory for the pharmacy and patient care areas.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Completion of an accredited nine-month Pharmacy Technician program; or high school diploma or equivalency and one year of pharmacy-related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some positions may require certification as a Pharmacy Technician.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Completion of an accredited nine-month Pharmacy Technician program; or high school diploma or equivalency and one year of pharmacy-related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent interpersonal skills; excellent customer service skills; knowledge of electronic filing of insurance claims to third party insurance companies; proficient in using pharmacy computer software.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Experience with QS/1 preferred; efficiency in a fast paced work environment; superior work ethic (self-motivated, responsible, reliable); highly effective time and project management skills; positive attitude; experience and knowledge in communicating and working with a college age population (strong preference given to those with experience working in a college health environment).

Required Licenses/Certifications:

Certificate from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Special Physical/Mental Requirements :

The work of the pharmacy technician requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing or sitting; walking to on-site clinics; recurring bending, crouching, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; use of step stools to retrieve supplies from high shelves; and occasional moving / lifting of moderately heavy (40 pounds) items such as inventory or record boxes with or without accommodation.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements:

On-call occasionally, Patient care involved, Weekend work occasionally

Special Instructions:

**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUSQualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

Only candidates for may be eligible for sign-on or retention bonuses.



An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:

1. the employee has held a SHRA position in North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date);
2. the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any North Carolina State agency or university;
3. or UNC-CH has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy (or add link to UNC-CH SHRA Sign-on Retention Bonus policy)

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