Senior Pharmacy Technician
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. Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind 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. 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. Location: 230 Worcester St. Wellesley, MA Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours / week. Will work an 8-hr shift during the business hours of Monday – Friday, 8am – 6pm (Saturday, 9am – 3pm only as needed)
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 ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
- 1+ years of retail pharmacy experience
- Access to reliable transportation
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified in Immunization Administration by an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (“ACPE”) accredited training program or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
- 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
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.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
