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Position Title Pharmacy Director
- Infusion Services Southlake Campus Position Summary / Career Interest: • Provides effective leadership and direction for Infusion Services.

Able to strategically identify, internalize and communicate the critical success factors necessary to support Health-System and Pharmacy Enterprise goals.

• Develops, maintains, communicates, and executes a vision and plan for continual improvement and provision of exceptional quality service including clinical, patient care, patient safety, pharmacoeconomic, operational and personnel dimensions.

• Serves as an effective communicator of the organization's vision and goals and the Pharmacy Department's role in achieving those.

• Cultivates and maintains excellent multidisciplinary rapport with physicians, nurses, case managers and high-level leadership.

• Manages his/her responsibilities in a way that supports the achievement of departmental goals.

Works effectively with others in the management team to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems at the departmental level.

Skillfully administers, directs, and allocates all organizational resources.

• Effectively uses the appropriate financial concepts and tools to analyze situations and make financial decisions that support the achievement of short and longer-term departmental financial goals.

• Supports the ongoing professional development of the management team.

• Actively participates in local, regional, and national professional organizations to facilitate networking and benchmarking.

• Creates and communicates the "big picture" understanding of the health system and works to ensure that Infusion Services support the organization's competitive position.

• Identifies opportunities and needs for new or enhanced pharmacy services to support the mission of the organization.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills.

Demonstrates ability to provide care/service safely and efficiently for the care of each patient.

Coordinates the compounding of, dispensing of, and record keeping related to medications for all patients.

Coordinates timely drug distribution from the generation of the medication order until administration of the medication using a team approach to empower pharmacy staff.

Coordinates the provision of patient-focused pharmaceutical care through the following functions: rational, safe and cost-effective drug therapy management, patient education, drug and poison information, procurement of pharmaceuticals and active participation on the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Provides effective leadership and direction to the Department of Pharmacy.

Able to strategically identify, internalize and communicate the critical success factors necessary for the Pharmacy to support Hospital and Pharmacy goals.

Develops, maintains, communicates and executes a vision and plan for continual improvement and provision of exceptional quality pharmacy service including; clinical, patient care, medication safety, pharmacoeconomic, operational and personnel dimensions.

Serves as an effective communicator of the organization's vision and goals and the Pharmacy Department's role in achieving those.

Expresses ideas clearly and effectively (gaining agreement and/or understanding), by adjusting language, terminology and style to the characteristics and needs of the audience as well as the venue for the communication.

Cultivates and maintains excellent rapport with Physicians, Nursing, Executive groups as well as other pertinent areas of the Hospital.

Manages his/her responsibilities in a way that supports the achievement of departmental goals.

Works effectively with others in the management team to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems at the departmental level.

Skillfully administers, directs and allocates all organizational resources.

Leads the department to achievement of excellent pharmaceutical care by providing vision for the development of exceptional quality pharmacy services, assuring accountability and facilitating effective communication relative to these initiatives.

Monitors departmental productivity and communicates both requested information and data deemed pertinent to the Executive Team.

Adapts to meet service, quality, and cost expectations utilizing data.

Participates in Hospital committees and interdisciplinary efforts to enhance medication use and control medication costs, by providing vision for quality and service initiatives to improve patient care.

Including, but not limited to:
- Pharmacy and Therapeutics Commitee and Subcommitees
- Medical Director
- Hospital Director Partnerships
- Other appropriate Hospital or Medical Staff Committees Effectively uses the appropriate financial concepts and tools to analyze situations and make financial decisions that support the achievement of short and longer-term departmental objectives.

Manages to meet fiscal goals and works with Hospital Administration on budget management.

Conducts pharmaceutical procurement and resource utilization with economic and clinical consideration.

Demonstrates personal effectiveness in leading the unit/team towards its goals.

Models appropriate values and maintains and promotes social, ethical and organizational norms.

Supports the ongoing development of the management team.

Actively participates in local, regional and national professional organizations to facilitate networking and benchmarking.

Creates and communicates the "big picture" understanding of the hospital and works to ensure that Pharmacy department supports the organization's desired competitive position.

Identifies opportunities and needs for new or enhanced pharmacy services to support the mission of the organization.

Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to develop a unit/team-wide spirit and intra-team and inter-team cooperation.

Maintains focus on all key stakeholders and supports the unit/team ability to deliver on all valid stakeholder expectations.

Serves as the Pharmacist-In-Charge for the Hospital pharmacy.

Assures compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards relative to the acquisition, storage, handling, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and the provision of pharmaceutical care.

Responsible for all aspects of personnel management for the pharmacy management team.

Identifies personal professional development needs and maintains a plan for continued growth.

Coordinates the Hospital's educational mission with the School of Pharmacy.

If applicable, participation in the quality management program is expected with the goal of improving services by monitoring processes, analyzing data, implementing interventions to improve and evaluating the effectiveness of those interventions.

Responsibilities may include working to establish and maintain long and short term goals for the Quality Management Program; monitoring and documenting Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) for progress in meeting QI goals; and providing guidance and education to staff on Quality Management priorities and projects.

If applicable, as part of the program, the staff will uphold the quality of the Patient Management Program to include the development and reassessment of the program.

Non-essential Responsibilities Contribute to KU pharmacy department publications.

Prepare poster presentations for a national pharmacy association meeting.

Share professional expertise by providing an educational lecture or presentation as part of one of the following:
- KUMC Grand Rounds
- Local, state, or national pharmaceutical association meeting
- School of Pharmacy classroom setting
- Nursing Education and Development program
- Outreach program
- Other continuing education events Participate in a research projects.

Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit.

Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in Pharmacy High School Graduate Experience in managing pharmacy services in a large tertiary care hospital setting.

5 or more years Supervisory and management experience Experience in the provision of formal education and/or precepting for pharmacy students and/or residents.

Preferred Education and Experience Master's Degree Pharmacy, Health Administration or Business Administration Pharmacy Doctorate Completion of an accredited pharmacy residency Required Licensure and Certification Licensed Pharmacist
- State Board of Pharmacy within 120 Days Knowledge Requirements Excellent communications skills both verbal and written.

Membership in regional & national pharmacy organization(s) Computer skills
- Ability to utilize Windows based programs, Access, Excel and Power point to create or manage spreadsheets and presentations.

Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-46095 Important information for you to know as you apply: The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion .

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link .

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States.

We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Bemidji 1611 Clinic Location: Bemidji, MN Address: 1611 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA Shift: Varies Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $19.50
- $29.00 Job Summary Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist.

May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.

In a retail/community pharmacy setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of assisting pharmacists in compounding, preparing and dispensing medical prescriptions to the public after receiving information from customers or patients according to written/faxed prescriptions.

Maintains proper storage and security conditions for drugs; ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair; controls inventory stock level and timeline to ensure adequate supplies.

Assists with billing related functions.

May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations.

Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.

Must possess the skills necessary to understand written policies and procedures, perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed.

Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves.

Assists with billing related functions.

May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations.

Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.

The Pharmacy Technician position is located in different work environments and duties may vary based upon location or setting; also depending on location, there may be an overlap of retail/inpatient responsibilities.

Qualifications High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required.

Iowa: Effective July 1, 2010, all pharmacy techs working in Iowa pharmacies must be nationally certified through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

If enrolled in a technician training program, or not previously having worked as a pharmacy technician, must register as a pharmacy technician trainee within 30 days of starting technician training or employment.

A technician trainee must become a nationally certified pharmacy tech within 12 months of starting tech employment or training.

A pharmacy tech trainee who does not complete national pharmacy tech certification before expiration of the pharmacy tech trainee registration, must discontinue working as a pharmacy tech.

Minnesota: As of January 1, 2012 any individual registering for the first time as a technician needs to be 18 years of age or older.

Must have active/current pharmacy technician registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy.

For new technician registrants, the individual must complete a Sanford provided (or equivalent) pharmacy technician training program within 12 months of registration with the board.

North Dakota: Pharmacy Technicians must register as a Pharmacy Technician or Technician in Training with the ND Board of Pharmacy, before beginning employment in the pharmacy.

An applicant for registration as a pharmacy technician in training must register for Sanford provided (or equivalent) ASHP accredited education and obtain national certification approved by the board of pharmacy within the board of pharmacy's timelines.

The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA) are approved certification bodies.

The registration as a pharmacy technician in training or pharmacy technician will continue as long as the applicant maintains a pharmacy technician-in-training or pharmacy technician license from the North Dakota board of pharmacy.

Failure to obtain ASHP accredited education and National Certification before the board of pharmacy removes the technician in training license will result in termination of position.

South Dakota: Registration required within 30 days from the date of hire.

Technicians registered with South Dakota Board of Pharmacy after July 1, 2014 will be registered as a "technician-in-training" and will have two years to complete training education and national certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Failure to obtain National Certification within two years of registering as a "technician-in-training" will result in termination of position.

Technicians registered with the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy after July 1, 2011 will be required to obtain National Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board by July 1, 2014.

Failure to obtain National Certification will result in termination of position.

Technicians registered with South Dakota Board of Pharmacy before July 1, 2011 will be grandfathered in and not require national certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.

Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.

Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

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Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to .

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy.

An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

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Position Title:

Compounder Level II

Function:

The Compounder Level II is responsible for all tasks involved in the manufacturing of hair color/hair care products per approved procedures and best practices at Developlus, Inc. Compounder level II leads the manufacturing process and will set up equipment and mix batches of hair color/hair care products per approved procedures and best practices. This position reports to the Compounding Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Work Order Processing
• Follow SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) and Batch card processes to achieve completion of activities within specifications and productivity targets
• Allocate and assign raw materials to the work order through the WMS/ERP (Warehouse Management System/Enterprise Resource Planning) system (Sage X3)
• Pre-weigh
• Responsible for accurately weighing raw materials used during the manufacturing of hair color/hair care products in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate scales, pumps, mixing and material handling equipment for the pre-weight of chemicals
• Follows prescribed procedures to accurately pre-weigh batches in a safe and efficient manner
• Ensure pre-weight and chemical picking are completed according to batch cards
• Prepare requests for quarantined chemical(s) from pre-weight list(s)
• Ensure all inventory movements are completed and processed according to the batch card and SOP.
• Batching
• Mix batches of hair color/hair care products in accordance with all established Developlus, Inc policies related to safety and GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Processes) documenting activities and process
• Accurately document standard and non-standard hair color mixing procedures
• Safely transferring finished products to holding tanks
• Hooks up piping and pumps and auxiliary equipment necessary to transfer compounds and mixtures to supply filling lines
• Sampling and testing of raw materials and finished batches
• Responsible for setting up equipment following GMPs to ensure compounds are of high quality and free of contaminants
• Inventory
• Ensure raw materials are stored safely and securely in their home locations
• Manage and report any hazardous conditions regarding material containment or spills
• Properly handled inventory movements through physical and systematic transactions by following SOP
• Ensure incoming products are received and managed appropriately according to company procedures
• Ensure raw materials are ready and available for production as needed
• Housekeeping
• Performs necessary in-process tests following GMP’s to include cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, proper sampling and handling of materials and appropriate documentation of activities
• Responsible for housekeeping within manufacturing including washing of pumps, drums, utensils, wiping down and sanitizing equipment
• Responsible for the collection of known hazardous waste from manufacturing areas and moving to designated locations for appropriate and safe disposal

Requirements:

• Ability to wear safety gear including protective clothing, fitted respirators and comply with all safety standards and OSHA regulations
• Must operate forklift
• Trouble shooting skills
• Great attention to detail
• Thoroughness
• Flexibility
• Collaborative teamwork
• Good time management
• Technical capacity to keep pace commensurate to ensure levels are attainable on a consistent basis within safety guidelines

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has little supervisory responsibilities over the Compounder Trainee and/or Compounder I, as needed for training.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior compounding experience required

Certificates:

• Forklift certification

Mathematical Skills:

• Basic math competency skills required

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to understand basic commands and ability to adhere to safety regulations

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand for extended periods of the day; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment can be loud and have varying temperatures depending on the time of year.

Clinical Pharmacy Manager

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

• Interpret orders and transcribes or verifies them accurately and efficiently into the pharmacy computer system. Participate in the design and update of pharmacy computer system programs relating to pharmacy, nursing, and physician programs. Participate in the maintenance of pharmacy dictionaries including adding new drugs to the electronic health record drug dictionary and Charge Master Maintenance. Provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems.
• Provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems.
• Complies with facility policy and procedures as well as regulatory requirements. Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”. Support and participate in the goals of the organization’s quality improvement, risk management and patient safety program to include but not limited to National Patient Safety Goals, Core Measures and HCAHPS medication related initiatives.
• Accurately compounds and dispense pharmaceuticals. Provide accurate and timely medication information to healthcare staff and patients.
• Monitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose.
• Leads the clinical pharmacy programs and services for all departments of Mount Sinai Medical Center. Develop, manage and mentor pharmacy clinical programs such as drug consults, nutrition support, pharmacokinetics, anticoagulant monitoring, pain management, IV to PO, renal dosing and other programs as determined appropriate based on patient population and literature guidelines.
• Document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely. Responsible for mentoring and education as well as ongoing analysis of interventions to insure accurate and appropriate documentation and provides summary reports.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the provision of pharmaceutical care and clinical pharmacy services for the entire medical center. Builds effective relationships with other healthcare professionals and departments within the medical center.
• Develop, manage and mentor antimicrobial management program (AMP)
• Responsible for managing and monitoring the drug formulary: completing drug class reviews, minimizing non-formulary procurements, suggesting appropriate, cost effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff and implementing automatic therapeutic substitutions when appropriate.
• Maintain professional competency sufficient to meet current and future needs of the facility.
• Identify, design, analyze and report drug utilization reviews to promote rational and safe drug therapies and determines action plan based on results.
• Support participation in daily multidisciplinary and bedside rounds. (may need to attend)
• Maintain appropriate controlled substance records.
• Train and participate with Disaster Team drills and real-event responses as assigned. Participate in quality and regulatory reviews and audits.
• Work with the Pharmacy Director to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all regulatory standards. Prioritize work and lead others to comply with facility medication turn-around time policy and procedure.
• Act as manager in charge as assigned. Supervises and assist pharmacy technicians and other support staff effectively. Effectively and proactively intervene in conflicts between pharmacy and medical staff regarding drug therapy issue resolutions.
• Work with the director to establish pharmacy goals and objectives of clinical programs and responsible for implementation and monitoring within budgetary targets.
• Leads the clinical pharmacy programs and services for all departments of Mount Sinai Medical Center.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Works closely with Medication Safety Officer for the design, analysis and reporting of adverse drug reactions, medication errors and pharmacy quality initiatives. Assist in mentoring others in their roles for these programs.
• Train and participate with Code Teams as assigned. Obtain and maintain BLS-ACLS or PALS current certification as appropriate
• Responsible to develop and actively participate in training and mentorship programs for pharmacists, pharmacy students, residents, technicians, nurses and physicians as it relates to clinical pharmacy services. Primary preceptor for pharmacy students and/or pharmacy residents. Responsible for designing and managing these programs and mentoring students and/or residents as well as other preceptors.
• Develop and document staff competency on an ongoing basis, assesses the accomplishment of established goals for the assigned team, provides timely and constructive feedback and develop improvement plans when deficiencies in competencies are identified.
• Participate with various nursing and medical staff committees as necessary. Coordinates all activities related to the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
• Responsible to coordinate the pharmacy review of medication orders in physician order sets, protocols or other evidenced based medication use guidelines
• Responsible for routine publication of the pharmacy newsletter and/or other forms of written and electronic communication
• In conjunction with Pharmacy Director and the Pharmacy Management team, responsible for the development and review of pharmacy policies and procedures. Work with the Pharmacy Director, Operation Manager and Medication Safety Officer to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all controlled substance diversion prevention and monitoring standards.
• Work with Pharmacy Operation Manager for the oversight of staff scheduling to ensure appropriate staff coverage for clinical programs. Share pharmacy operation responsibility with Pharmacy Operation Manager. In conjunction with pharmacy director and operations manager, responsible for staff performance evaluations. Organizes and/or participates in staff meetings as required.

Qualifications:

• Active Pharmacist license in good standing with the Florida Board of Pharmacy. ACLS certification is preferred.
• A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy is required.
• Minimum of 1 year as a Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator or one of the following: Atleast 5 years of hospital pharmacy experience required; preferably within area of focus, completion of hospital PGY2/ pharmacy specialty residency or fellowship, Specialty BCPS certification, other certification (e.g. FCCP, FASHP).

Benefits:

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!

We are seeking an experienced Director of Pharmacy (PIC) to lead pharmacy operations at an acute care facility. This is a leadership role ideal for candidates with strong inpatient and regulatory experience.

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday (8am – 4:30/5pm)
• No weekends

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily pharmacy operations
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and TJC requirements
• Lead and mentor pharmacy staff
• Support sterile compounding and IV operations
• Collaborate with clinical teams across ICU, Med Surg, Surgery, and OP infusion

Requirements:

• Active Florida Pharmacist License
• Florida Pharmacist License
• 3+ years of pharmacy management experience
• Strong inpatient and IV compounding experience

Additional Details:

• Training provided onsite
• Work with a collaborative pharmacy team
• Immediate start opportunity

EEO:

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”

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 full time, nonexempt Pharmacy Technician, you 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.

Location: Memorial Hospital of Gardena in Gardena, CA

Pharmacy Hours: The centralized pharmacy is open 24/7 and supported by Paragon and Pyxis

Schedule: This full-time, nonexempt position will work up to 40 hours/week in a variety of day/evening/night shifts in this 24/7 centralized pharmacy.

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 local, state, and 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
• Current California Pharmacy Technician license in good standing
• Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician in an acute care hospital setting
• Proficiency with pharmacy software

Preferred Qualification:

• 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. 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.

• Great hours
• Competitive pay
• A positive, team‐focused work environment

• Accurately fill prescriptions
• Assist patients with professionalism and compassion
• Support daily pharmacy operations and services

• Licensed Pharmacy Technician within 60 days of license application – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) – National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) – Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

• • HS Diploma/GED

• Preferred Pharmacy Tech Exp

• Assists pharmacists under direct supervision to provide high-quality pharmaceutical care to a diverse patient population.
• Executes technical pharmacy tasks, including the accurate filling, compounding, reconstitution, and labeling of medications.
• Performs complex pharmaceutical calculations to ensure precise prescription input and safe dispensing.
• Maintains quality assurance through rigorous stock rotation, expiration monitoring, and organized inventory management.

• Manages patient profiles by accurately entering demographic data, allergy history, and insurance information into the pharmacy computer system.
• Processes prescription orders with high attention to detail, verifying medication strength, route, refill counts, and provider credentials.
• Navigates insurance complexities, including facilitating prior authorizations, performing reversals, and resolving advanced provider inquiries.
• Utilizes specialized equipment such as point-of-sale (POS) systems, automated pill counters, and vendor-specific software.

• Prioritizes workflow to ensure urgent prescriptions are filled efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Upholds safety standards by verifying patient identity per protocol and ensuring every patient is offered pharmacist counseling.
• Resolves service requests via phone and in-person, providing professional assistance or redirecting inquiries to the appropriate department.
• Contributes to department growth by participating in quality monitoring and recommending initiatives to improve operational efficiency.