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Per Diem Pharmacy Technician

Burlington, Massachusetts

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Per Diem Pharmacy Technician

Requisition number: 2367787 Job category: Pharmacy Primary location: Burlington, MA Date posted: 06/16/2026 Overtime status: Non-exempt Travel: No

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 Per Diem 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 all prescriptions per MA Board of Pharmacy regulations.  

Location: 20 Wall Street Burlington, MA 01803

Department: Pharmacy

Schedule: This is a Per Diem position with no set number of hours to be worked each week. Will be working on an 'as needed' basis only. Must have open availability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 8pm + Saturday and Sunday, 9am - 5pm when called in to provide coverage. Holiday availability may also be needed.

Primary 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

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions 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/GED
  • Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Massachusetts
  • 1+ years of retail Pharmacy Technician experience

Preferred Qualification:

  • 2+ years of experience in a retail pharmacy or outpatient pharmacy setting
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred
  • Immunization Certified preferred
  • Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician preferred

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 salary for this role will range from $16 to $29 annually 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 make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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