Per Diem Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Optum; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Plan

Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Education Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Optum in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to enter and verify prescriptions and support the claims process. You will contact patients and providers to resolve issues and ensure accurate order processing.

The role requires a pharmacy trainee or technician license, computer proficiency, and ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends. Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Pharmacy trainee license or Pharmacy Technician License.
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Windows PC applications and the ability to learn new and complex computer system applications.
• Ability to work variable shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays (Mon-Fri 7:30am-8pm, Sat/Sun 8am-7pm).

Responsibilities

• Enter prescriptions and verify information.
• Contact patients, pharmacists and doctor's offices to resolve claims issues.
• Process prescriptions from intake to order completion.
• Resolve customer issues with accurate information.
• Meet productivity, schedule adherence and quality standards.
• Fulfillment of prescription orders.
• Interpret prescription orders and enter into pharmacy system.
• Answer telephone with proper etiquette.
• Document interventions and track outcomes with Pharmacy team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Shift flexibility

Education

Pharmacy trainee license

Pharmacy Technician License

Tools

Windows PC applications

Job description

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.

Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Schedule

Open 7 days per week, per diem, Weekdays: 7:30am - 8:00pm PST. Weekends: 8:00am - 7: 00 pm PST Rotating holidays and weekends. The supervisor will determine the schedule.

Location

6720 Placid Street, Las Vegas, NV 89119

Primary Responsibilities

• Enter prescriptions and verify appropriate information
• Contacting patients, pharmacists and doctor's offices to resolve claims issues
• Process prescriptions (from intake to order completion)
• Resolve customer issues; ensuring accurate information is provided
• Consistently meet established productivity, schedule adherence, and quality standards while maintaining a good attendance record
• Fulfillment of prescription orders
• Ability to interpret prescription orders and enter into the pharmacy system
• Answering the telephone utilizing appropriate etiquette
• Documenting interventions and tracking outcomes with Pharmacy team
• Other duties as assigned

What Are The Reasons To Consider Working For UnitedHealth Group? Put It All Together - Competitive Base Pay, a Full And Comprehensive Benefit Program, Performance Rewards, And a Management Team Who Demonstrates Their Commitment To Your Success.

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

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
• Pharmacy trainee license or Pharmacy Technician License
• Intermediate level of proficiency with computers using Windows PC applications, and the ability to learn new and complex computer system applications
• Ability to work variable shifts which may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays (Mon-Fri hours: 7:30am - 8pm, Sat/Sun: 8am-7pm)

Preferred Qualifications

• PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) Certified
• 2+ years of Pharmacy Technician experience
• 6+ months of experience with insurance claims processing, rejection, and resolution
• Experience with various insurances, pre-approval & authorizations process, and rejections
• Sterile compounding experience

Soft Skills

• Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others

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 $29.00 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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