Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician at Optum summary:
The Pharmacy Technician supports licensed pharmacists by preparing, delivering, and restocking medications, managing order entry, procuring drugs, and handling billing within a hospital pharmacy setting. They must comply with pharmacy standards, regulatory requirements, and utilize pharmacy software, typically holding a state license and relevant certifications. The role offers growth opportunities, competitive pay, and benefits as part of a large healthcare organization focused on improving patient outcomes and equitable care.
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.
Pharmacy location:
Located within Methodist Hospital Southlake Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410

Hours:

Open 24/7

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in various pharmacy activities under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist

• Preparing, delivering, and restocking medications; performing order entry; procuring drugs; billing

• Carry out your job duties according to written procedures and guidelines based on pharmacy standards and regulatory requirements
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 applicable state Pharmacy Technician license in good standing

• Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician, ideally in a hospital or outpatient setting

• Proficiency with pharmacy software
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 $27.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At United Health 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.
United Health 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.
United Health Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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