Infusion Pharmacy Technician

Optum NY/NJ, is seeking an Infusion Pharmacy Technician to join our team in Poughkeepsie, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Infusion Office, part of Optum, has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented Infusion Pharmacy Technician to join our team. Infusion Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical and service goals. Schedule: The hours are Monday through Friday a 40-hour work week to be determined by the supervisor between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Location: 30 Columbia Street, Infusion Suite, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Primary Responsibilities: Coordinates with nursing staff to assure the most cost-effective method of delivery is utilized to achieve expected outcome Information is input into the computerized software system to ensure accurate and timely dispensing and billing Coordinates the drug preparation work of pharmacy technician and checks the accuracy of that work prior to releasing the medications for distribution. Accurately checks medications prepared by pharmacy technicians Be knowledgeable with regards to the proper use and handling of sterile and hazardous medications. Ensures compliance with all FDA, DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, OSHA and other regulatory standards. Follows all department policies and procedures. Participates in department staff meetings and other functions required in the department, maintains license, continuing education and competencies as required by the appropriate regulatory agency and department Complies with all applicable Federal, State pharmacy rules and regulations related to dispensing, controlled substances, etc. Ensures that all manufacturer requirements for REMS and/or other requirements are met when dispensing and/or shipping drugs Provide oversight of the safety; appropriateness, and effectiveness of the pharmaceutical care provide to patients (consumers) as it relates to specialty products dispensed Monitors and orders all specialty pharmacy medications Maintains all inventory and ordering of medications for infusion suite Performs other duties as assigned 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.) You'll be