Senior Infusion Pharmacy Technician - Houston, TX

Texas Health Institute; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Plan options

Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Education Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Houston, TX is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to perform sterile compounding and support medication management, in a fast-paced on-site environment. You must hold a Texas license and PTCB certification, with at least one year of sterile compounding experience.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with 8-hour shifts between 7 AM and 7 PM, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health plans, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED OR 4+ years of experience working as a Pharmacy Technician
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Texas
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)
• 1+ years of consistent sterile compounding experience
• Ability to work onsite at 4620 S Sam Houston Parkway Houston, TX, Monday through Friday 8-hour shifts between 7 AM - 7 PM

Responsibilities

• Perform sterile compounding according to company policy and regulations including USP 797 and USP 800
• Maintain competency related to performing sterile compounding
• Participate in medication management for pharmacy compounding, including medication and supply ordering, receiving, and maintenance
• Troubleshoot equipment, hardware, and software issues relating to compounding
• Participate in completing and documenting all cleaning and monitoring activities identified for areas related to sterile compounding including daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning requirements
• Work within a team to triage and respond to all compounding needs promptly
• Maintain ongoing didactic and practical training related to sterile compounding

Skills

Sterile compounding

Active TX license

PTCB certification

On-site work readiness

Shifts 7 am–7 pm

Education

High School Diploma / GED or 4+ years Pharmacy Tech experience

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Location:

4620 S Sam Houston Parkway Houston, TX

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8-hours shifts between 7 AM and 7 PM

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform sterile compounding according to company policy and regulations including USP 797 and USP 800
• Maintain competency related to performing sterile compounding
• Participate in medication management for pharmacy compounding, including medication and supply ordering, receiving, and maintenance
• Troubleshoot equipment, hardware, and software issues relating to compounding
• Participate in completing and documenting all cleaning and monitoring activities identified for areas related to sterile compounding including daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning requirements
• Work within a team to triage and respond to all compounding needs promptly
• Maintain ongoing didactic and practical training related to sterile compounding

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 directions 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 OR 4+ years of experience working as a Pharmacy Technician
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Texas
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)
• 1+ years of consistent sterile compounding experience
• Ability to work onsite at 4620 S Sam Houston Parkway Houston, TX, Monday through Friday 8-hour shifts between 7 AM - 7 PM

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Certification program (CPhT)
• Pharmacy and prescription data entry experience
• Experience working as an Infusion Pharmacy Technician
• Certified Compounded Sterile Preparations Technician (CSPT) Certification

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 - $32 per hour based on full-time employment.

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.