Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem
King of Prussia, PAPer Diem$16–29/hrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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The Pharmacy Technician works under a pharmacist’s direct supervision to support medication services at Friends Hospital in Philadelphia. The role involves preparing and dispensing medications, processing orders, and supporting inventory and documentation in an inpatient behavioral health setting. It is per diem and as needed, with occasional evening and weekend coverage. A Pennsylvania Pharmacy Technician license is required; familiarity with medical terminology is preferred.
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Requisition number: 2399207
Job category: Pharmacy
Explore opportunities with CPS , part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for better patient outcomes across the entire continuum of care. With CPS, you'll work alongside our team of more than 2,500 pharmacy professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to drive superior financial, clinical, and operational performance for health systems nationwide. Ready to help shape the future of pharmacy and hospital solutions? Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Per Diem Pharmacy Technician with CPS Solutions, LLC, you will work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist to ensure the safe and effective delivery of medication services. In this role, you will collaborate with pharmacists and clinical teams to prepare medications accurately, process orders promptly, and maintain compliance with all regulatory standards-contributing to high-quality patient care in a behavioral health setting.
Pharmacy Location: Located at Friends Hospital in Philadelphia, PA
Schedule: This is a per diem, as needed position. Coverage needs may include occasional Friday evening shifts (2:00 PM-7:00 PM) and weekend shifts (7:30 AM-1:30 PM), primarily to support staffing gaps and cover employee PTO.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Support pharmacists with the preparation and dispensing of medications in an inpatient behavioral health setting.
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Process and enter medication orders into pharmacy systems accurately and in a timely manner.
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Fill newly printed prescriptions and prepare medications for distribution to patient care units.
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Deliver medications and supply boxes to units as needed, including safely lifting items weighing 25+ lbs.
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Assist with medication inventory management, including stocking and tracking supplies.
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Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
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Follow established safety procedures and regulatory requirements to support patient care and compliance
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:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Active Pennsylvania Pharmacy Technician license in good standing
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with medical terminology
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 - $29.00 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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
How this job compares
Set against the 13,567 open Pharmacy Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$16–29/hr
- Pennsylvania median$17–25/hr345 hourly ranges
- US median$18–27/hr10,773 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $22.50/hr, is 8% above the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($21/hr) — in the middle half of Pharmacy Technician hourly ranges in Pennsylvania.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 629 open Pharmacy Technician jobs in Pennsylvania and 13,567 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
- CVS Health167 open
- Walmart85 open
- Walgreens51 open
- Experience
- Pharmacy Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (2,594 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 4,794 of the 13,567 open Pharmacy Technician jobs (35%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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