Clinical Pharmacist - Patient Care

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.   

Primary Responsibilities:

• Engage members telephonically and schedule pharmacist consultation appointments with members that participate in any of the clinical programs operationally supported by the Clinical Engagement Services Center
• Prioritize the privacy and confidentiality of the patient’s medical information, adhering to HIPAA regulations, and organizational policies at all times
• Utilize prescription claims data to generate clinical recommendations according to Medication Therapy Management and Retrospective Drug 
• Utilization Review program protocols providing clinical recommendations pertaining to, but not limited to, gaps in care, high risk medications, compliance and adherence, drug interactions, therapeutic substitution, and generic substitution
• Assess medication regimen for unnecessary medications, ineffective medications, inappropriate doses, and adverse drug reactions
• Provide patient education on medication regimen and disease states 
• Accurately document patient care notes and recommendations in an efficient, professional, concise and clear manner 
• Keep current with new and emerging clinical trends 
• Active participation in departmental meetings to improve clinical programs and enhance processes 
• Follow all policies and procedures related to job 
• Meet productivity and performance expectations set forth by management
• Support Clinical Service Engagement team as needed for special projects
• Other duties as assigned by Operations Manager

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Current and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of residence
• 1+ years of experience working remotely/independently within a cross functional team environment, self-directed with excellent organizational skills 
• Ability to navigate approved MTM platforms and multi-task using multiple databases/platforms, and applications. Competent use of computers/technology
• Ability to work a flexible schedule with rotating shifts between the hours of 8:00am and 8:00pm CST, Monday through Friday. Extended hours and occasional weekends may be required as needed 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of disease state management guidelines and the 5 Core Elements of MTM Services (1) Medication Therapy Review – Comprehensive and Targeted, 2) Personal Medication List (PML), 3) Medication-Related Action Plan (MAP), 4) Interventions and Referrals, and 5) Documentation of Services and Follow-up)
• PharmD
• Current and active Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management, ASHP Diabetes Management Certificate, or APhA Patient Centered Diabetes Care Certificate
• Bilingual (fluent in medical terminology) in Cantonese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, or Vietnamese
• Additional Pharmacist License in good standing in Alabama, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, Tennessee, or Vermont
• 2+ years Pharmacy work experience in retail / community pharmacy and / or PBM, but will consider new graduate experientials 
• Prior call center experience
• ACPE MTM Specialist
• Certified Geriatric Specialist
• Board Certified Pharmacist
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

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 salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually 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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