Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that is improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation is not about another gadget; it is about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There is no room for error. If you are looking for a better place to use your passion and your desire to drive change, this is the place to be. It's an opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)
 
Assists pharmacists in various pharmaceutical activities to include the preparation and distribution of medications, the maintenance of drug inventory, patient records and financial records. Assist pharmacist in shopping for the best price on needed drugs and supplies for the clinics. Works only under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. Adheres to policies, procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety. Participation in Compliance and other important training is a condition of employment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works only under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist to operate the Distribution Pharmacy as described in the Pharmacy Policies and Procedures
• Assists pharmacists in various pharmaceutical activities to include the preparation and distribution of medications, the maintenance of drug inventory, maintains IFS system and financial records
• Maintains adequate stock of medication and supplies according to established policies and procedures
• Interacts with internal and external customers in a professional, courteous and customer friendly manner
• Participates as appropriate in cost management and development of management reports relative to costs, charges and pricing
• Works with upper management in the formulation of pricing strategies for negotiated contracts and capitation
• Maintains pharmacy data and inventory systems; prepares informational and related records and reports to ensure accurate data and system compliance with policies and regulations; researches and purchases the best product in terms of company, price and brand name versus bioequivalent generic
• Monitors inventory levels and expiration dates for pharmaceuticals; determines re-order levels; directs proper storage of pharmaceuticals, and disposal or return of outdated stock to manufacturers for credit or exchange
• Verifies accuracy of medication shipments and resolves vendor-related problems
• 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:

• Graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician program or equivalent training; NM Board of Pharmacy registration upon date hired 
• Pharmacy Tech Certification 
• Ability to communicate effectively; basic computer skills
• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sterile preparation certified or able to obtain within a year
• Certified by Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
• 6+ months of related experience. Pharmacy Buyer experience

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment

Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)

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.