Specialty Pharmacy Technician

UnitedHealth Group; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in North Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support prescription processing and patient service within an expansive health care network.

This role requires an active Nevada Pharmacy Technician license and at least 3 years of pharmacy experience, including retail. Flexibility to cover sites in the Las Vegas area is needed, and English/Spanish language skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Spanish (preferred).
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in Nevada.

Responsibilities

• Interpret prescriptions, create orders, access/retrieve prescription information, and verify reimbursement eligibility.
• Provide superior customer service and maintain accurate medication distribution.
• Maintain inventory levels consistent with formulary and state regulations.
• Ensure prescriptions comply with OBRA'90 and all applicable laws.
• Coordinate with other departments to maximize service levels.
• Adhere to state and federal regulations and Optum policies.
• Exhibit compliant behavior and professional ethics in all duties.

Skills

Fluent English & Spanish

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 startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Pharmacy Location: 960 W Craig Rd. North Las Vegas, NV

Hours of Operation:40 hours a week from Monday - Saturday, 7:30 am - 7:00pm (pharmacy schedule). This position includes benefits.

Primary Responsibilities

• Interpret physicians' prescriptions, create order, access/inputs/retrieve prescription information and verify reimbursement eligibility
• Support solid focus on providing a superior level of customer service
• Support the maintenance of consistent inventory levels reflective of plan approved formulary
• Maintain prescriptions in a manner that complies with all legal requirements, including OBRA'90
• Provide accurate and consistent service levels, focusing on timely and accurate medication distribution
• Coordinate with other departments and team members within Optum to provide maximum level of service
• Ensure adherence and compliance with all state and federal regulations pertaining to the Pharmacy
• Exhibit compliant and ethical behavior in the performance of job responsibilities, including complying with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, Optum Code of Conduct, Business Ethics Policies and Procedures and other policies and procedures applicable to the position

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

• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Nevada
• 3+ years of pharmacy related experience (including retail pharmacy)
• Intermediate level of proficiency with computer and Windows PC applications including the ability to navigate and learn new and complex computer system applications
• Flexibility to support other sites within the Las Vegas area as needed
• Ability to wear a mask during working hours if needed
• 18 years of age or older

Preferred Qualification

• Fluent in English and Spanish
• National Technician 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 $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.

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.