Pharmacy Technician Per Diem

Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses.  We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for better patient outcomes across the entire continuum of care.  With CPS, you'll work alongside our team of more than 2,500 pharmacy professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to drive superior financial, clinical, and operational performance for health systems nationwide.  Ready to help shape the future of pharmacy and hospital solutions?  Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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.

About the Facility: North Star Hospital is one of four locations of the North Star Behavioral Health System which offers programs in and around the Anchorage, Alaska area for children, teens and adults who suffer from psychiatric or substance abuse issues and offers military-specific care to first responders, service members, veterans and dependents at the Chris Kyle Patriots Hospital. This 200-bed hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission. CPS Solutions, LLC has partnered with the hospital to manage the day to day operations of this pharmacy. This position is an employee of CPS Solutions, LLC.

About the Pharmacy: Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm. The pharmacy utilizes HCS and Omnicell technology systems. 

Primary 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
  

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.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active AK state Pharmacy Technician license in good standing
• Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician, ideally in outpatient setting
• Excellent customer service skills including effective communication skills, both verbal and written]
• Proficiency with pharmacy software
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and dispense medications by measuring, counting, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
• Demonstrated ability to process prescription orders accurately, including entering patient and prescription data into pharmacy systems
• Demonstrated ability to assist pharmacists and healthcare providers by gathering necessary information and supporting workflow efficiency
• Demonstrated ability to process medication orders from electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) with accuracy and urgency
• Demonstrated ability to deliver medications to patient care areas, including automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) and nursing units
• Demonstrated ability to maintain medication inventory by restocking, tracking controlled substances, and monitoring expiration dates
• Demonstrated ability to support medication safety initiatives, including double-checks, labeling, and documentation
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure timely and safe medication delivery
• Demonstrated ability to comply with hospital policies and regulatory standards, including Joint Commission and state/federal regulations
  

Preferred Qualification:

• PTCB/CPhT

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.