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Pharmacy Technician

UnitedHealth Group
Morrisville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2025 CLOSED ON 1/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at UnitedHealth Group?

Explore opportunities with PharmScript, part of the Optum family of businesses. PharmScript is one of the nation's leading pharmacies, partnering with long-term and post-acute care facilities to supply medications to thousands of residents and patients. Be part of our team that's dedicated to delivering safe, accurate and timely medication to those who need it most. PharmScript is a place where you can thrive and contribute. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.


This position is responsible for the M-F, 8am-430pm with every other weekend and rotating holidays.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Prepare prescription orders by verifying information and pulling appropriate prescriptions from inventory
  • Apply labels to medication packaging, scan and assemble into appropriate bins in an accurate and timely manner
  • Communicate inventory needs to ensure adequate supply of medication available to complete all orders 
  • Assist in maintaining inventory at appropriate levels, including removing expired or unused meds, marking used bottles and keeping inventory neat and arranged in-order
  • Consistently meet pharmacy's established accuracy and productivity levels
  • Work collaboratively with other supervisors/functional areas to keep work flowing smoothly and efficiently
  • Maintain clean and orderly workstation. Put medications away and replenish all stock supplies needed
  • Comply with local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to the dispensing of prescription medications
  • Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed


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, GED, or relevant experience
  • Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license in NC (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) 
  • Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
  • Ability to work M-F, 8am-430pm with every other weekend and rotating holidays


Preferred Qualifications:

  • PTCB certification
  • Pharmacy 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 $16.00 to $27.69 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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