What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Pharmacy Technician position at UAB St. Vincent's?
We Are Hiring
- Department: Pharmacy
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-4:30p
- Hospital: UAB St Vincent's Birmingham
- Location: Birmingham, AL
What You Will Do
Perform activities or tasks in specialty pharmacy services. Perform specialized areas as medicine history, buyer and other inventory related areas, nuclear, and PAP as a pharmacy technician.
- Refill and maintain automated dispensing system.
- Prepare orders and maintain inventory for the specialty pharmacy areas.
- Repackage bulk medications.
- Receive and store incoming supplies.
- Serve as a liaison between pharmacy, patient and health professionals by providing necessary information
What You Will Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the Alabama Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences
Pharmacy Analyst to support pharmacy operations, financial performance, and compliance through data analysis and reporting. This role is responsible for evaluating medication usage, charge capture, formulary management, and regulatory compliance to optimize pharmacy services and improve patient care. The ideal candidate has experience in pharmacy informatics, revenue cycle, or healthcare analytics.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyze pharmacy data related to medication utilization, cost trends, and charge capture.
Monitor and audit medication billing for accuracy and compliance with payer guidelines.
Support formulary management by analyzing drug cost-effectiveness and usage patterns.
Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies (e.g., CMS, DEA, FDA) and third-party payers.
Assist with 340B program compliance and drug procurement analytics.
Develop reports and dashboards using EHR, pharmacy, and billing systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Pyxis, Omnicell).
Collaborate with pharmacy, finance, and IT teams to improve system workflows and billing processes.
Identify opportunities to improve pharmacy operations, patient safety, and cost savings.
Provide data-driven insights for decision-making and strategic planning.
Stay updated on industry trends, reimbursement changes, and healthcare regulations.
Preferred Experience:
Minimum of 1 year experience in pharmacy analytics, billing, informatics, or revenue cycle management.
Experience with EHR, pharmacy management, and billing systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Meditech, Pyxis, Omnicell).
Knowledge of pharmacy billing, HCPCS, CPT, and NDC codes preferred.
About UAB St. Vincent’s
UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.
