Pharmacy Technician Full Time

Optum; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase plan

401(k) contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Pharmacy Technician at The Brook Hospital - KMI in Louisville, KY. The role supports licensed pharmacists by preparing, delivering, restocking medications, and processing orders in a hospital setting.

The position is full-time, with a 40-hour week schedule, and requires a Kentucky Pharmacy Technician license, certification, and prior hospital or retail pharmacy experience. Competitive benefits apply, including 401k and stock plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Kentucky Pharmacy Technician license.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician.
• Recent hospital or retail pharmacy experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Process prescription orders in pharmacy systems.
• Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers to support workflow.
• Prepare and compound medications following hospital protocols and USP standards.
• Process medication orders from EMR/EHR with accuracy and urgency.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas and nursing units.
• Maintain medication inventory and restock, track controlled substances.
• Support medication safety initiatives with double-checks and labeling.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Kentucky Pharmacy Technician license

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Job description

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.

As a full time, nonexempt Pharmacy Technician with Optum/CPS at The Brook Hospital - KMI, and The Brook-Dupont Circle, you will assist in various pharmacy activities under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Your responsibilities will include preparing, delivering, and restocking medications; procuring drugs; and billing. You will carry out your job duties according to written procedures and guidelines based on pharmacy standards and regulatory requirements.

Schedule

This position will be scheduled 40 hours per week

About the Facility

The Brook Hospital - KMI is a 98 bed, Joint Commission accredited facility that offers psychiatric and substance abuse treatment for adolescents ages 5-17, adults and seniors. Adolescent services include Psychiatric Inpatient, Extended Care Inpatient, Substance Use Treatment & Recovery Rehabilitation (STAR), Psychiatric Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Dual Diagnosis Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Psychiatric Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Substance Use Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Dual Diagnosis Intensive Outpatient (IOP). Adult services Psychiatric Inpatient, Substance Use Inpatient, Substance Use Rehabilitation, Transitional Residential Living House for Men (TL House) and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ETC).

The Dupont location is all adult admissions

About the Pharmacy

The pharmacy is open Monday-Friday from 7:30AM to 4:00PM. The pharmacy utilizes Omnicell automated cabinets, HCS pharmacy order entry services, CPOE and EMAR.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications by measuring, counting, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
• Process prescription orders accurately, including entering patient and prescription data into pharmacy systems
• Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers by gathering necessary information and supporting workflow efficiency
• Prepare and compound medications (including IV admixtures and sterile products) following hospital protocols and USP standards
• Process medication orders from electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) with accuracy and urgency
• Deliver medications to patient care areas, including automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) and nursing units
• Maintain medication inventory by restocking, tracking controlled substances, and monitoring expiration dates
• Support medication safety initiatives, including double-checks, labeling, and documentation

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Kentucky Pharmacy Technician license
• Certified Pharmacy Technician
• Recent experience in a hospital or retail pharmacy
• Proficient computer skills including experience using Microsoft Office
• Proven effective communication skills, verbal and written

Preferred Qualification

• Behavioral Health experience

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.