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Pharmacy Technician - Registered - Medford, MA

Optum
Medford, MA
Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Pharmacy Technician (Certified) you will performs a wide range of routine and complex pharmaceutical duties in support of pharmacy operations. Assume a lead role among support staff within the pharmacy. Relieves the Pharmacist of duties related to the intake of new prescription information and the handling of Schedule II controlled substances per MA Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Support pharmacists by processing prescriptions, entering data, and preparing medications including compounding and labeling
  • Deliver excellent customer service during medication pick-up, payment processing, and counseling offers
  • Manage inventory, receive and inspect shipments, price and store medications, and restock clinical areas
  • Administer vaccines, report safety events, and contribute to quality improvement and departmental initiatives
  • Collaborate effectively with the pharmacy team, uphold compliance with regulations, and maintain required certifications
  • Let me know if you'd like this tailored for a specific platform or audience
  • May be required to travel to other sites

Additional duties and responsibilities when working in a Specialty Pharmacy:

  • Performs a wide range of routine and complex pharmaceutical duties in support of Specialty Pharmacy
  • Communicates with prescribing clinician about any issues related to specialty drug coverage by patient's insurance
  • Conducts monthly outreach to specialty patients regarding medication refills, insurance coverage, and shipment of medications. Tracks refills and ensures compliance
  • Prepares medication for shipment to patient ensuring proper storage during transit

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

  • Graduate of an approved pharmacy technician program or institutional/retail pharmacy experience
  • Currently a Registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of Massachusetts with an active pharmacy technician license without restrictions from the MA Board of Pharmacy
  • Currently have an active National Pharmacy Training Certification without restrictions
  • Certified in Immunization Administration by an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education ("ACPE") accredited training program or become certified within 90 days of entering the role
  • Not listed on the Exclusion Database List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) maintained by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG)
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred Qualification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
  • 2+ years of experience in a retail pharmacy or outpatient pharmacy setting

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 $27.69 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.
Posted 2025-12-12

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