Pharmacy Technician Full Time

Optum; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Pharmacy Technician for a full-time role located at Methodist Hospital Southlake in Merrillville, IN. The technician will assist under supervision of a licensed pharmacist, handling medications, order entry, procurement, and billing.

The position requires Indiana licensure and a high school diploma, with 24/7 operation hours and opportunities for professional growth within a large health system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active Indiana Pharmacy Technician license in good standing required.
• Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician preferred.
• Proficiency with pharmacy software required.
• Excellent customer service and strong verbal/written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver, and restock medications under supervision.
• Enter orders and procure drugs.
• Assist with billing and related pharmacy tasks.
• Follow written procedures and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Pharmacy software

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Indiana state Pharmacy Technician license

Tools

Pharmacy software

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.

The full-time, nonexempt, Pharmacy Technician will assist in various pharmacy activities under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Your responsibilities will include preparing, delivering, and restocking medications; performing order entry; procuring drugs; billing. You will carry out your job duties according to written procedures and guidelines based on pharmacy standards and regulatory requirements.

Pharmacy Location:

Located within Methodist Hospital Southlake, 8701 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410

Hours of Operation:

24/7

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 Indiana state Pharmacy Technician license in good standing
• Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• Proficiency with pharmacy software
• Proven excellent customer service skills including effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Preferred Qualifications

• PTCB/CPhT
• Automation 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 - $29 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.