Senior Pharmacy Technician
About The Position
Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, and Atrius Health are seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacy operations at 230 Worcester St. in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The role performs routine and complex pharmaceutical duties, supports pharmacists with prescription intake and medication handling, and handles Schedule II controlled substances in accordance with Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy regulations. The schedule is full-time, 40 hours per week, with an 8-hour shift during business hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday work, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., may be needed. Reliable transportation is required. The position offers an hourly pay range of $18 to $32, based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. External applicants may be eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits program, performance rewards, and career development opportunities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Active, unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in Massachusetts.
- National certification as a Pharmacy Technician through PTCB, CPhT, or NHA, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
- At least 1 year of Pharmacy Technician experience.
- Access to reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), which may be required based on specialty.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Immunization Administration certification through an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)-accredited training program, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of employment.
- At least 2 years of experience in a retail pharmacy or outpatient pharmacy setting.
Responsibilities
- Support pharmacists by processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications, including compounding and labeling.
- Provide customer service during medication pickup and payment processing, and offer counseling as appropriate.
- Manage inventory, receive and inspect shipments, price and store medications, and restock clinical areas.
- Administer vaccines, report safety events, and contribute to quality improvement and departmental initiatives.
- Collaborate with the pharmacy team, comply with applicable regulations, and maintain required certifications.
- Perform routine and complex pharmaceutical duties supporting pharmacy operations.
- Support prescription intake and the handling of Schedule II controlled substances in accordance with Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy regulations.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off accrued starting with the first pay period.
- 8 paid holidays.
- Medical plan options and participation in a Health Spending Account or Health Savings Account.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term disability coverage.
- Long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) savings plan.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Education reimbursement.
- Employee discounts.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program.
- Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, legal insurance, and long-term care insurance.
- Performance rewards and incentive and recognition programs.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- $1,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external applicants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
