Per Diem Pharmacy Technician

UnitedHealth Group•Wellesley, MA

7d•$16 - $29•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 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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)

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