Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Taleo; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k contribution

Stock purchase program

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Specialty Pharmacy Technician to interpret and enter prescription data, handle calls, and provide excellent service in a fast-paced environment.

You will work Mon-Fri with potential overtime, using multiple systems to deliver accurate information and support patient care. Relevant licensure and 1+ year experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Pharmacy Technician license in state of employment without restrictions.
• 1+ year of pharmacy prescription processing experience.
• Experience with computer navigation and Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Verify accurate patient information.
• Contact patients, pharmacists, and providers to resolve issues.
• Enter prescription data and manage related tasks.
• Respond to inquiries with high levels of customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multi-tasking

Pharmacy software navigation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Specialty Pharmacy Technician (2392164)

Specialty Pharmacy Technician - 2392164

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 a Specialty Pharmacy Technician, you’ll be responsible for interpreting and entering prescription data in our pharmacy system, answering incoming calls, and completing outbound calls to / from patients, physicians and pharmacists while ensuring a high level of customer service and maximized productivity. Along the way, you’ll discover the training, support, and career opportunities you’d expect from a Fortune 5 leader.

This role is equally challenging and rewarding. You’ll need to work within multiple computer systems simultaneously as you respond to questions or provide specific medication details / clinical information. It’s a fast paced, high-volume environment where our members are counting on us to deliver these important, sometimes life - saving medications in an accurate and efficient manner.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM CST

Primary Responsibilities:

• Verify appropriate and accurate patient information
• Contact patients, pharmacists, and providers to resolve issues
• Other assignments and projects as needed
• Maintain proficiency and quality as standardized by the department

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
• Current Pharmacy Technician state license in state of employment without restrictions
• 1+ years of pharmacy prescription processing experience
• 1+ years of experience with computer navigation and Microsoft programs such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Ability to work between the hours of 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday. Shift will be consistent once determined. Overtime may be required on weekdays and weekends as needed.
• Reside in one of the following states: Michigan, Florida, Arizona, Texas

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialty pharmacy experience
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT or NHA)

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 $16.00 to $29.00 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.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

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.