Pharmacy Technician Full Time
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UnitedHealth Group
Norfolk, VA (In Person)
$47,496 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Explore opportunities with CPS , part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for better patient outcomes across the entire continuum of care. With CPS, you'll work alongside our team of more than 2,500 pharmacy professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to drive superior financial, clinical, and operational performance for health systems nationwide. Ready to help shape the future of pharmacy and hospital solutions? Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Pharmacy Technician will assist in various pharmacy activities under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Your responsibilities will include preparing, delivering, and restocking medications; performing order entry; procuring drugs; billing. You will carry out your job duties according to written procedures and guidelines based on pharmacy standards and regulatory requirements.
Schedule:
This position is scheduled to work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 9:00pm. This position may be required to work weekends and holidays as needed. About theFacility :
The Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a TRICARE certified and Joint Commission-accredited behavioral health facility located in Norfolk, VA. The hospital provides acute and residential and partial hospitalization for children and teens exhibiting behavioral and or mental health concerns. This facility treats patients from ages 4 to 18. About thePharmacy:
The pharmacy hours are Monday- Friday from 8:00 am
- 5:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am
- 12:00 pm.
Primary Responsibilities:
Prepare and dispense medications by measuring, counting, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist Process prescription orders accurately, including entering patient and prescription data into pharmacy systems Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers by gathering necessary information and supporting workflow efficiency Prepare and compound medications (including IV admixtures and sterile products) following hospital protocols and USP standards Process medication orders from electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) with accuracy and urgency Deliver medications to patient care areas, including automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) and nursing units Maintain medication inventory by restocking, tracking controlled substances, and monitoring expiration dates Support medication safety initiatives, including double-checks, labeling, and documentation Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure timely and safe medication delivery Comply with hospital policies and regulatory standards, including Joint Commission and state/federal regulations 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:
High school diploma or equivalent Active applicable Virginia Pharmacy Technician license in good standing Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician, ideally in a hospital or outpatient setting Proficiency with pharmacy softwarePreferred Qualifications:
PTCB/CPhT 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 $16.15 to $28.80 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.
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