Specialty Pharmacy Technician – Impactful Care in Nevada

Optum; Nellis Air Force Base Census-Designated Place (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum in North Las Vegas, NV is hiring a Pharmacy Technician for a 40-hour weekly schedule. Primary responsibilities include interpreting prescriptions, verifying eligibility, maintaining formulary inventory, and ensuring compliant, timely medication distribution.

Requirements: Nevada license, 3+ years in pharmacy, computer proficiency, ability to work across Las Vegas sites, and willingness to wear a mask if needed. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; 18+ years old. Benefits included.

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.

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.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Customer service

Computer literacy

Adaptability

Education

Pharmacy Technician license

Job description

Optum in North Las Vegas, NV is hiring a Pharmacy Technician for a 40-hour weekly schedule. Primary responsibilities include interpreting prescriptions, verifying eligibility, maintaining formulary inventory, and ensuring compliant, timely medication distribution.

Requirements: Nevada license, 3+ years in pharmacy, computer proficiency, ability to work across Las Vegas sites, and willingness to wear a mask if needed. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; 18+ years old. Benefits included.