Hospital Pharmacy Technician - Med Prep, IVs & Delivery

UnitedHealth Group; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group’s CPS unit in Anchorage, AK is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to assist licensed pharmacists in preparing, delivering, and restocking medications within hospital operations. You’ll process prescriptions, enter data into pharmacy systems, and support pharmacy workflow while upholding regulatory standards.

You'll work Monday–Friday in a hospital setting, with opportunities to grow within CPS Solutions and the Optum family, and you’ll be rewarded for accuracy, teamwork, and patient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Active AK state Pharmacy Technician license in good standing.
• Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician, ideally in outpatient setting.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency with pharmacy software.
• Ability to prepare and dispense medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Ability to process prescription orders in pharmacy systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Process prescription orders accurately in pharmacy systems.
• Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers to support workflow.
• Prepare and compound medications following hospital protocols (including IV) per USP.
• Process EMR/EHR medication orders with accuracy and urgency.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas using ADCs and nursing units.
• Maintain medication inventory and monitor expiration dates.
• Support medication safety initiatives including labeling and documentation.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure timely delivery.
• Comply with Joint Commission and state/federal regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Pharmacy software

Effective communication

Licensed AK Pharmacy Technician

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PTCB / CPhT certification

Job description

UnitedHealth Group’s CPS unit in Anchorage, AK is hiring a Pharmacy Technician to assist licensed pharmacists in preparing, delivering, and restocking medications within hospital operations. You’ll process prescriptions, enter data into pharmacy systems, and support pharmacy workflow while upholding regulatory standards.

You'll work Monday–Friday in a hospital setting, with opportunities to grow within CPS Solutions and the Optum family, and you’ll be rewarded for accuracy, teamwork, and patient