Senior Specialty Pharmacy Technician 2373449 | Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

CPS Specialty Pharmacy Technician

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 primary role of this position will be supporting the dispensing capacity of the Specialty Pharmacy. This includes dispensing mastery, inventory management, delivery packaging and direct patient care. This position will also work closely with the clinical pharmacists and liaisons to ensure medications are filled accurately and efficiently. This role will also include direct communication with oncology staff including providers, nurses and other ancillary staff.

Positions in this function perform various duties related to the fulfillment of prescription orders. Dispense any or all of the following: unit doses, specialty pharmaceuticals, injectables, IV, enterals and related supplies following state and federal regulations and company policies and procedures. May compound medications using appropriate components, supplies and sterile/ventilated environment. Process, pack and ship outgoing pharmacy orders, ensuring drug, related supplies and patient collateral (education materials) are included. May also perform drug/supply ordering and inventory/warehouse duties, including proper storage of drugs and supplies and appropriate refrigeration of perishable product, monitor and adjust/calibrate pharmacy equipment, fill dispensing units.

Pharmacy Location: North Memorial Hospital (Pharmacy is inside the oncology clinic) 3435 West Broadway Robbinsdale, MN 55422

Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday 9am to 5pm

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepares and dispenses medications by measuring, counting, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
• Processes prescription orders accurately, including entering patient and prescription data into pharmacy systems
• Assists pharmacists and healthcare providers by gathering necessary information and supporting workflow efficiency
• Processes and coordinates specialty medication prescriptions, often for complex or chronic conditions
• Manages prior authorizations and insurance requirements, working closely with payers and providers
• Coordinates patient onboarding and refills, ensuring adherence to therapy schedules
• Handles medication distribution logistics, including cold-chain management and direct-to-patient shipping
• Maintains detailed documentation and reporting, meeting REMS, FDA, and manufacturer program requirements
• Provides high-touch patient support, addressing non-clinical questions and navigating access barriers
• Ensures compliance with specialty pharmacy regulations, accreditation standards, and quality metrics

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 Qualification:

• High school education or equivalent experience
• Certified Pharmacy Technician in the state of Minnesota
• Excellent Customer Service Skills

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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $xx.xx to $xx.xx 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. 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.