Senior Community Pharmacy Technician

UnitedHealth Group; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacy operations, lead staff, and assist with compounding and vaccine administration. You will ensure compliance with MA Board of Pharmacy regulations and provide excellent customer service in a dynamic environment.

The role offers 8-hour shifts on weekdays with some weekend rotations, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be nationally certified as Pharmacy Technician (PTCB/CPhT/NHA) or able to obtain within 90 days.
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in Massachusetts.
• Certified in Immunization Administration or able to obtain within 90 days.
• American Heart Association BLS certification or able to obtain within 90 days.
• 1+ year of Pharmacy Technician experience.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions, enter data, and prepare medications including compounding and labeling.
• Deliver excellent customer service during medication pick-up and counseling.
• Manage inventory, receive shipments, price/store medications, and restock.
• Administer vaccines, report safety events, and support quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with pharmacy team and maintain regulatory certifications.
• May travel to other sites if needed.

Skills

Pharmacy technician certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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.Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

As aSenior Pharmacy Technician,you will perform a wide range of routine and complex pharmaceutical duties in support of pharmacy operations. Assume a lead role among support staff within the pharmacy. Relieves the Pharmacist of duties related to the intake of new prescription information and the handling of Schedule II controlled substances per MA Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Location:111 Grossman Drive Braintree, MA 02184. May be required to travel to other sites for coverage, depending on business need.

Schedule:8-hour shifts between the business hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-8pm EST and Saturday-Sunday, 9am-5pm EST. Saturday & Sunday shifts will be rotating. Schedule to be determined by manager upon hire.

Department:Pharmacy

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support pharmacists by processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications including compounding and labeling
• Deliver excellent customer service during medication pick-up, payment processing, and counseling offers
• Manage inventory, receive and inspect shipments, price and store medications, and restock clinical areas
• Administer vaccines, report safety events, and contribute to quality improvement and departmental initiatives
• Collaborate effectively with the pharmacy team, uphold compliance with regulations, and maintain required certifications
• May be required to travel to other sites if needed

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.Some of our offerings include:

• 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
• Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician through PTCB, CPhT, or NHA or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician licensein the state of Massachusetts
• Certified in Immunization Administration by an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education ('ACPE') accredited training program or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• 1+ years of Pharmacy Technician experience
• Access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualification:

• 2+ years of experience in a retail pharmacy or outpatient pharmacy setting

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 $18.00 to $32.00 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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.