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.Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Senior Specialty Pharmacy Technician will work with the Lead Pharmacy Technician of Pharmacy Clean rooms, Nursing staff and Physicians to ensure clinical goals are met through determination of workload priorities to meet the clinic's administrative, operational and support requirements. This role is equally challenging and rewarding. As a senior team member, you'll help identify problems and determine solutions both independently and in a team/group setting. You'll need to work within multiple computer systems simultaneously as you respond to questions or provide specific medication details / clinical information. It's a fast paced, high-volume environment where accuracy is essential.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM
Location: 2300 West Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV
Primary Responsibilities:
- Performs all daily and monthly medical cabinet (Nucleus) duties as outlined in the medical cabinet policy and procedure manual
- Ensure standard mixing procedures are followed
- Mixes chemotherapy and other drugs accurately as ordered by physician using appropriate aseptic technique and following policies and procedures
- All chemotherapy orders must be verified with a nurse
- Mixes chemotherapy and biologics only within the biological safety cabinet (BSC) using proper aseptic technique
- Follows clean room guidelines and accurately prepares IV solutions and other sterile products
- Maintains accuracy in processing orders
- Knowledgeable about the appropriate use of PPE and chemotherapy spill kits in the event of a cytotoxic spill
- Possess working knowledge of hazardous medication, including USP 797 and 800 regulations
What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:
- Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
- Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
- Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
- 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
- More information can be downloaded at:http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions 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/GED (or higher)
- Certified Pharmacy Technician in the State of Nevada
- 1+ years of sterile compounding experience
- Ability to perform this role in an office setting or other company location 10% of the time
- Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client/patient sites within a designated area
Preferred Qualifications:
- National Certification as a Pharmacy Technician
- 2+ years of experience in IV / Chemotherapy admixture experience
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 $17.74 to $31.63 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.
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