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Certified Pharmacy Technician

Optum
paid time off, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Massachusetts, Chelmsford
Sep 11, 2025
Explore career opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're a leading healthcare organization delivering connected care across 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our team of physicians, clinicians, and care providers collaborate with hospitals, specialists, and nursing facilities to improve lives through trust, understanding, and shared decision-making.

Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Summary

We're hiring Certified Pharmacy Technicians for either our Braintree or Chelmsford, MA locations. These are full-time positions with flexible scheduling during business hours:

Each location offers:

  • A generous sign-on bonus for eligible candidates
  • A comprehensive benefits package including PTO, sick time, and personal days
  • Career growth opportunities to help you shape your future


Responsibilities

  • Perform a range of routine and complex pharmaceutical tasks to support pharmacy operations
  • Serve as a lead among support staff
  • Assist pharmacists with new prescription intake and handling of Schedule II controlled substances per MA Board of Pharmacy regulations
  • Maintain compliance with state and national certification requirements


Education & Certification Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)
  • Graduate of an approved pharmacy technician program or equivalent institutional/retail pharmacy experience
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Active Certified Pharmacy Technician license in Massachusetts (no restrictions)
  • Active National Pharmacy Training Certification (no restrictions)
  • Completion of Immunization Administration Course (ACPE-accredited) within 90 days of hire if not already certified
  • Completion of required Continuing Education (CE) credits annually
  • American Heart Association BLS certification required; ACLS may be required depending on specialty


Experience

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a retail or outpatient pharmacy setting preferred
  • Must be at least 18 years of age


Skills & Competencies

  • Strong working knowledge of pharmacy operations and cash handling
  • Familiarity with pharmacy laws and patient confidentiality regulations
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Team-oriented with strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment


Benefits Highlights

  • Up to 8% company retirement contribution
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Paid professional development
  • Competitive health and welfare benefits



Additional Information

  • All Pharmacy Department applicants (excluding Clinical Pharmacy) must complete a drug screening as part of the post-offer process.
  • A positive test for illegal substances or refusal to take the test may result in a rescinded offer.


Equal Opportunity Statement

Atrius Health is committed to equal employment opportunity and a non-discrimination policy. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, color, sex, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other protected characteristic.

Job Details

  • Department: Pharmacy
  • Location: Chelmsford, MA Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location: Braintree MA Schedule Monday- Friday 8a- 8p and Sat/Sun 9a- 5p
  • Job Type: Regular Full-Time (40 hours/week, benefits eligible)

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