Senior Pharmacy Technician

UnitedHealth Group • Somerville, MA

10d • $18 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Senior Pharmacy Technician, you will perform a wide range of routine and complex pharmaceutical duties in support of pharmacy operations. Assume a lead role among support staff within the pharmacy. Relieves the Pharmacist of duties related to the intake of new prescription information and the handling of Schedule II controlled substances per MA Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Massachusetts
• Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician through PTCB, CPhT, or NHA or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• Certified in Immunization Administration by an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (“ACPE”) accredited training program or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• 1+ years of Pharmacy Technician experience
• Access to reliable transportation and valid US driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• 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
• Deliver excellent customer service during medication pick-up, payment processing, and counseling offers
• 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 effectively with the pharmacy team, uphold compliance with regulations, and maintain required certifications
• May be required to travel to other sites if needed

Benefits

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and 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 (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees