Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Job Title:

Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a Specialty Pharmacy Technician to support ambulatory specialty pharmacy operations at the Menlo Park campus. This role focuses on documentation, prescription processing, and coordinating specialty medication deliveries. The department is undergoing two major initiatives this year, including a pharmacy location transition from Palo Alto to Menlo Park, and this role will be key in supporting that move and ongoing operational growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician seeking long-term stability, particularly those interested in ambulatory pharmacy practice within an academic medical centre environment.

Responsibilities

+ Perform extensive documentation within EPIC.

+ Process specialty prescriptions accurately and efficiently.

+ Coordinate and track medication deliveries with Fed Ex and other courier services.

+ Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure timely patient service.

+ Support departmental transitions and operational improvements.

+ Contribute to ongoing ambulatory pharmacy projects.

+ Maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations and internal procedures.

Essential Skills

+ Active Pharmacy Technician license (state-appropriate).

+ Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

+ Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience working with EPIC (preferred, not required).

+ Interest in ambulatory/outpatient pharmacy operations.

+ Comfortable in hospital-affiliated clinical environments (non-inpatient).

+ Adaptable and comfortable with departmental change and growth.

+ Collaborative, organised, and service-oriented.

Why Work Here?

This position offers long-term stability in a supportive and dynamic work environment. Our team values collaboration and service excellence. Employees are encouraged to grow and adapt with the department's ongoing initiatives, ensuring a rewarding career path.

Work Environment

The work environment requires flexibility to start either at 7:00 AM or 7:30 AM. It involves working within an academic medical centre, focusing on ambulatory pharmacy operations. The role is best suited for those comfortable with change and growth, ensuring a collaborative and service-oriented atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Menlo Park, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Menlo Park,CA.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 2026.

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