Pharmacy Technician

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. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Here, you will find talented peers, comprehensive benefits, a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, career growth opportunities and your life's best work.

Position Location: 131 W Bostian Rd, Woodinville, WA 98072

Position Schedule:  Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform sterile compounding according to company policy and regulations including USP 797 and USP 800
• Maintain competency related to performing sterile compounding
• Participate in medication management for pharmacy compounding, including medication and supply ordering, receiving, and maintenance
• Troubleshoot equipment, hardware, and software issues relating to compounding.
• Participate in completing and documenting all cleaning and monitoring activities identified for areas related to sterile compounding including daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning requirements
• Work within a team to triage and respond to all compounding needs promptly
• Maintain ongoing didactic and practical training related to sterile compounding

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:

•  1+ years of pharmacy experience
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician License in the state of Washington
• Ability to work onsite at 131 W Bostian Rd, Woodinville, WA 98072

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of consistent sterile compounding experience
• Ability to work independently to solve high-stakes problems
• Certified Compounded Sterile Preparations Technician (CSPT) certification
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours with intermittent breaks
• Ability to lift to 30 pounds
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders

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 $18.00 to $32.00 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.

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