Pharmacy Technician Per Diem

UnitedHealth Group; Summit (NJ); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) contributions

Equity stock purchase program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist in a hospital setting under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist in Summit, NJ. You will prepare, deliver, restock medications and handle order entry, inventory management, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a NJ-licensed technician, prior experience with pharmacy systems, and a commitment to patient safety. Shifts may include weekends and holidays; benefits and advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active New Jersey pharmacy technician license in good standing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Process prescription orders and enter data into pharmacy systems.
• Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers to support workflow efficiency.
• Prepare and compound medications following hospital protocols.
• Process medication orders from EMR/EHR with accuracy and urgency.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas and nursing units.
• Maintain medication inventory and restock as needed.
• Support medication safety initiatives and documentation.
• Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, and clinicians to ensure timely delivery.
• Comply with Joint Commission and state/federal regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active New Jersey pharmacy technician license

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Medication dispensing systems

Job description

The 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.

Schedule: This position does not have regularly scheduled hours and will cover shifts as needed. Shifts will vary between Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 9:00pm. This position may be required to work weekends and holidays as needed.

About the Facility: Summit Oaks Hospital, a private psychiatric and chemical dependency center has been serving the Northeast Region since 1902. The facility includes a 126-bed hospital and an outpatient counseling center that serves children, adolescents, and adults. Summit Oaks is licensed by the state of New Jersey and is fully accredited by the Joint Commission (JCAHO).

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
• 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 equivalent
• Active New Jersey pharmacy technician license in good standing

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 $16.15 to $28.80 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.