Pharmacy Technician - Full Time

UnitedHealth Group•Norfolk, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Technician will assist in various pharmacy activities under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Your responsibilities will include preparing, delivering, and restocking medications; performing order entry; procuring drugs; billing. You will carry out your job duties according to written procedures and guidelines based on pharmacy standards and regulatory requirements. Schedule: This position is scheduled to work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 9:00pm. This position may be required to work weekends and holidays as needed. About the Facility: The Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a TRICARE certified and Joint Commission-accredited behavioral health facility located in Norfolk, VA. The hospital provides acute and residential and partial hospitalization for children and teens exhibiting behavioral and or mental health concerns. This facility treats patients from ages 4 to 18. About the Pharmacy: The pharmacy hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. This centralized inpatient pharmacy will use CPOE and eMAR along with RX_HCS Clinical and Omnicell automated dispensing systems. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Active applicable Virginia Pharmacy Technician license in good standing
Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician, ideally in a hospital or outpatient setting
Proficiency with pharmacy software

Nice To Haves

PTCB/CPhT

Responsibilities

Prepare and dispense medications by measuring, counting, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
Process prescription orders accurately, including entering patient and prescription data into pharmacy systems
Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers by gathering necessary information and supporting workflow efficiency
Prepare and compound medications (including IV admixtures and sterile products) following hospital protocols and USP standards
Process medication orders from electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) with accuracy and urgency
Deliver medications to patient care areas, including automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) and nursing units
Maintain medication inventory by restocking, tracking controlled substances, and monitoring expiration dates
Support medication safety initiatives, including double-checks, labeling, and documentation
Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure timely and safe medication delivery
Comply with hospital policies and regulatory standards, including Joint Commission and state/federal regulations