Pharmacy Technician Full Time

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.

As a Specialty Pharmacy Technician with CPS Solutions, LLC, you will work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist and be responsible for coordinating and processing new and refill medication orders. This role involves working with patients, providers, and insurers to ensure prescriptions are fulfilled accurately and efficiently, while meeting financial and clinical requirements. The technician also provides customer service related to enrollment, benefits, prescription status, and account inquiries.

Pharmacy Location: Located onsite at Moss Memorial Clinic Pharmacy, 1000 Walters Street, Lake Charles, LA

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM - 4:15 PM CDT. No weekends or holidays

Primary Responsibilities:

• Communicate with patients, providers, insurance companies, and pharmacy staff regarding prescription fulfillment and account inquiries
• Handle inbound and outbound calls
• Verify insurance benefits and obtain authorizations
• Resolve or escalate issues related to billing or clinical concerns
• Collect co-payments and assist patients with financial support programs
• Prepare medications for shipment and assist with packaging
• Maintain workstation supplies and cleanliness
• Participate in quality improvement activities and staff committees as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

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 LA pharmacy technician license

Preferred Qualifications:

• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (e.g., PTCB or ExCPhT)
• Experience in retail pharmacy or healthcare
• Proficient typing and computer skills
• Proven solid customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to understand payer processes and specialty drug requirements

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 - $29 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.