Pharmacy Technician Part Time

Optum; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) contribution

Equity stock purchase program

Job summary

Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family, as a part-time Pharmacy Technician in Byron Center, MI. You will assist in dispensing medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and help with ordering, restocking, and providing patient care support.

The role requires a Michigan Board license, a high school diploma or GED, and recent retail pharmacy experience. Expect 20 hours per week with additional shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current Michigan Pharmacy Technician license in good standing.
• Recent experience in a retail pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers to support workflow efficiency.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas and nursing units.
• Maintain medication inventory and restock supplies.
• Support medication safety initiatives and documentation.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses and clinical staff for timely delivery.
• Comply with Joint Commission/state/federal regulations.

Skills

Pharmacy workflow

Customer service

Medication accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Michigan Pharmacy Technician license

Retail pharmacy experience

Tools

Omnicell

HCS system

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 part time, nonexempt Pharmacy Technician, you 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; and procuring drugs. You will carry out your job duties according to written procedures and guidelines based on pharmacy standards and regulatory requirements.

Location:

Southridge Behavioral Hospital in Byron Center, MI is a 96-bed behavioral health hospital offering inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment for adults in the southern Grand Rapids area.

Schedule:

This part-time, nonexempt position will work 20 hours per week and additionally as needed to help provide PTO and weekend coverage.

About the Pharmacy:

Pharmacy hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00am-3:00pm and utilizes HCS and Omnicell.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications by measuring, counting, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
• Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers by gathering necessary information and supporting workflow efficiency
• 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
• Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure timely and safe medication delivery
• Comply with hospital policies and regulatory standards, including Joint Commission and state/federal regulations

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 GED
• Current Michigan Pharmacy Technician license in good standing
• Recent experience in a retail pharmacy

Preferred Qualifications

• PTCB/CPhT
• Experience in a hospital pharmacy
• Automated dispensing machine 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.