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Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium

Clinical Pharmacy Medication Access Technician I - 5815

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A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).

$36,520 / year median in Alaska

+24% projected growth

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Clinical Pharmacy Medication Access Technician
I - 5815
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Anchorage | Technical Clinical | Full-Time Posted today Apply Save Description The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction. ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska's second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation's largest state.
Our vision:
Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world. ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes: Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers. Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances Discounted Pet Insurance Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b). 401(a)
ANTHC Retirement Plan:
After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer. Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service. Eleven Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members. Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care. Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness. On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool. Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice. Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University. On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities. License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff. Emergency Travel Assistance Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more. Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org. Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to
P.L. 93-638
Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary:
Under close supervision of a licensed pharmacist, performs technical duties related to pharmaceutical care in an accurate and timely manner.
Responsibilities:
All Repackages and distributes prescriptions under the general oversight of a licensed pharmacist. Maintains advanced pharmaceutical automation and equipment. Triages complex, high-volume communications from patients, providers, and clinics; independently resolves administrative or operational barriers to care and escalates clinical inquiries to the pharmacist. Maintains rigorous adherence to local, state, and federal regulatory frameworks, including
HIPAA, DEA
controlled-substance handling regulations, and ambulatory practice standards. Accurately documents patient information and evaluates patient profiles via the electronic health record system, ensuring demographic and procedural documentation. Follows proper billing procedures. Enforces strict hazardous chemical and drug storage protocols according to strict USP (e.g., USP / ) and departmental guidelines. Coordinates inventory control; maintains Drugs Supply and Chain act adherence, analyzes stock rotations, prevents shortages. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Pharmacy Technician II Performs full-performance, moderately complex technical and administrative pharmacy operations with a high degree of independence. Works under general supervision, executing standardized workflows with minimal daily oversight or follow-up. Demonstrates proficient problem-solving abilities in resolving complex workflow issues. Serves as a reliable operational resource, ensuring accuracy in medication preparation and data entry while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory standards. Pharmacy Technician III Perform high level, complex, and responsible tasks within this position and usually work with minimum supervision and follow-up from their supervisor. Manages and processes complex maintenance medication refills under clinical oversight, utilizing extensive pharmaceutical knowledge to verify profile accuracy, quantities, and adherence intervals. Pharmacy Technician IV Provides advanced operational leadership, strategic workflow optimization, and technical direction across pharmacies. Serves as the primary operational partner to pharmacy management, collaborating to establish departmental goals, prioritize initiatives, and structurally assign complex projects. Architect of technical staff development; designs, implements, and oversees comprehensive training programs, onboarding pathways, and annual competency assessments. Serves as a subject matter expert in pharmacy automation and regulatory compliance, troubleshooting systemic workflow disruptions and guiding lower-tier staff through advanced problem resolution.
Other information:
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS All
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical equipment and instruments.
  • Knowledge of the regulations and practice standards of pharmaceutical care.
  • Knowledge of drug names, drug strengths, and dosage forms.
  • Knowledge of applicable computer system software programs.
  • Skill in using pharmaceutical equipment and instruments.
  • Skill in critical thinking in the performance of pharmaceutical care activities.
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.
  • Actively participate in ongoing training opportunities and cross-train in various outpatient pharmacy areas to maintain a versatile and supportive team environment.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
All A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION
Pharmacy Technician I Non-supervisory - None Pharmacy Technician II Non-supervisory - One (1) year professional experience at Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) Pharmacy or related experience. Pharmacy Technician III Non-supervisory - Three (3) years professional experience at Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) Pharmacy or related experience. Pharmacy Technician IV Non-supervisory - Five (5) years professional experience at Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) Pharmacy or related experience
MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
All Must possess a current State of Alaska Pharmacy Technician or Intern License. Pharmacy Technician
II, III & IV
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification.
PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION N/A PREFERRED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION
Pharmacy Technician I:
Pharmacy or related experience.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION N/A ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
If exposure to hazardous materials and medications, sharp objects, and infectious diseases is present, must don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Must operate within department's appropriate engineering controls such as negative pressure storage rooms and compounding hoods. Apply Save Selected Report Fields Add to Existing Report Create New Report