Senior Specialty Pharmacy Tech — Oncology & Patient Care

Optum; Robbinsdale (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the dispensing capacity at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, MN. The role involves dispensing medications, managing inventory, packaging deliveries, and direct patient care within a specialty pharmacy setting.

You will collaborate with clinical pharmacists and oncology staff to ensure accurate medication filling and compliant processes, while delivering high-touch patient support and maintaining REMS and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent experience.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician in the state of Minnesota.
• Excellent Customer Service Skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and dispenses medications by measuring, counting, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Processes prescription orders accurately, including entering patient and prescription data into pharmacy systems.
• Assists pharmacists and healthcare providers by gathering necessary information and supporting workflow efficiency.
• Processes and coordinates specialty medication prescriptions, often for complex or chronic conditions.
• Manages prior authorizations and insurance requirements, working closely with payers and providers.
• Coordinates patient onboarding and refills, ensuring adherence to therapy schedules.
• Handles medication distribution logistics, including cold-chain management and direct-to-patient shipping.
• Maintains detailed documentation and reporting, meeting REMS, FDA, and manufacturer program requirements.
• Provides high-touch patient support, addressing non-clinical questions and navigating access barriers.
• Ensures compliance with specialty pharmacy regulations, accreditation standards, and quality metrics.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school education or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician in MN

Job description

Optum is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the dispensing capacity at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, MN. The role involves dispensing medications, managing inventory, packaging deliveries, and direct patient care within a specialty pharmacy setting.

You will collaborate with clinical pharmacists and oncology staff to ensure accurate medication filling and compliant processes, while delivering high-touch patient support and maintaining REMS and regulatory standards.