[15h Left] Infusion Pharmacy Technician – Poughkeepsie, NY Position Available In Dutchess, New York

Job Description:

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerlyCareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group).Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us forcare at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, NewJersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology andbrilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feeltheir best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discoverthe meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. InfusionOffice, part of Optum, has an immediate opening for a friendly,patient focused and detailed oriented Infusion Pharmacy Technicianto join our team. The Infusion Pharmacy Technician is responsiblefor the completion of set processes and protocols. Workscooperatively with all members of the care team to support thevision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customerservice and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meetingfinancial, clinical and service goals.

Schedule:

The hours areMonday through Friday a 40-hour work week to be determined by thesupervisor between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Location:

30Columbia Street, Infusion Suite, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

PrimaryResponsibilities:

• Coordinates with nursing staff to assure themost cost-effective method of delivery is utilized to achieveexpected outcome
• Information is input into the computerizedsoftware system to ensure accurate and timely dispensing andbilling
• Coordinates the drug preparation work of pharmacytechnician and checks the accuracy of that work prior to releasingthe medications for distribution. Accurately checks medicationsprepared by pharmacy technicians
• Be knowledgeable with regards tothe proper use and handling of sterile and hazardous medications
• Ensures compliance with all FDA, DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, OSHAand other regulatory standards. Follows all department policies andprocedures. Participates in department staff meetings and otherfunctions required in the department, maintains license, continuingeducation and competencies as required by the appropriateregulatory agency and department
• Complies with all applicableFederal, State pharmacy rules and regulations related todispensing, controlled substances, etc
• Ensures that allmanufacturer requirements for REMS and/or other requirements aremet when dispensing and/or shipping drugs
• Provide oversight ofthe safety; appropriateness, and effectiveness of thepharmaceutical care provide to patients (consumers) as it relatesto specialty products dispensed
• Monitors and orders all specialtypharmacy medications
• Maintains all inventory and ordering ofmedications for infusion suite
• Performs other duties as assignedWhat are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group?

Put it all together

• competitive base pay, a full andcomprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and amanagement team who demonstrates their commitment to your success.

Some of our offerings include:

• Paid Time Off which you start toaccrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
• MedicalPlan options along with participation in a Health Spending Accountor a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&DInsurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disabilitycoverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Employee AssistanceProgram
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (petinsurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
• More informationcan be downloaded at: http://uhg.

hr/uhgbenefits You’ll be rewardedand recognized for your performance in an environment that willchallenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes tosucceed in your role as well as provide development for other rolesyou may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High SchoolDiploma/GED (or higher)
• 1 years of pharmacy technician experience(licensed preferred)
• 1 years of experience working in medicalfield
• Intermediate level of computer proficiency (multi-taskthrough multiple applications including Microsoft Outlook, Excel,and Word)
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday 8:00 am to5:00 pm EST
• Ability to travel to other offices if needed
• Accessto reliable transportation & valid US driver’s license

PreferredQualifications:

• 1 years of experience working in medical frontoffice position performing duties such as scheduling appointments,checking patients in/out, insurance verification, collectingco-pays, and maintaining medical records
• Experience working withan electronic health record
• Knowledge of Medical terms

SoftSkills:

• Ability to work independently and maintain good judgmentand accountability
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks tomeet all deadlines
• Ability to work well under pressure in afast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work well withhealth care providers
• Strong organizational and time managementskills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; abilityto speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a mannerthat others can understand, as well as ability to understand andinterpret information from others Pay is based on several factorsincluding but not limited to local labor markets, education, workexperience, certifications, etc.

In addition to your salary, weoffer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentiveand recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401kcontribution (all benefits are subject to eligibilityrequirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us,you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. Thehourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $27.69 per hourbased on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage lawsas applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help peoplelive healthier lives and make the health system work better foreveryone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality,age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live theirhealthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too manybarriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced bypeople of color, historically marginalized groups, and those withlower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on theenvironment and enabling and delivering equitable care thataddresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — anenterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group isan Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law andqualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protectedveteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local,state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Groupis a drug

• free workplace.

Candidates are required to pass a drugtest before beginning employment. RPO RED