Per Diem Pharmacy Technician

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start 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 new prescription information and the handling of Schedule II controlled substances per MA Board of Pharmacy regulations.  

Location: 230 Worcester St. Wellesley, MA

Schedule: This is a Per Diem role, there are no set hours. Must be flexible to work during the business hours of Monday - Friday, 8am - 6pm; Saturday, 9am - 3pm when called in to provide coverage.

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
• May be required to travel to other sites
• Performs a wide range of routine and complex pharmaceutical duties in support of Specialty Pharmacy
• Communicates with prescribing clinician about any issues related to specialty drug coverage by patient's insurance
• Conducts monthly outreach to specialty patients regarding medication refills, insurance coverage, and shipment of medications. Tracks refills and ensures compliance
• Prepares medication for shipment to patient ensuring proper storage during transit

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/GED (or higher)
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Massachusetts
• 1+ years of retail pharmacy experience
• Access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualification:

• Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician through PTCB, CPhT, or NHA
• 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
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) 

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 $16.15 to $28.80 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 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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