Provider Liaison Pharmacist - Knoxville, TN

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 talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

This particular position is for OptumRx for the State of Tennessee, Bureau of TennCare. Candidates must be based in Knoxville, Tennessee or surrounding area.

If you are located in or around Knoxville, TN you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:
The Provider Liaison Pharmacists responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provider education programs, training, relations and service
• Follow-up after pharmacy audit and audit assistance 
• Academic detailing of prescribers and pharmacy providers
• TennCare PDL compliance initiatives 
• DUR and Provider Practice Activity follow up
• Education and assistance for Providers in working with TennCare Program utilization management programs (i.e. PA requests, attestations, emergency supply)
• Work closely with client and OptumRx Account Director and Clinical team

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:

• BS degree in Pharmacy or PharmD
• Current and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of Tennessee
• 3+ years of experience working as a licensed Pharmacist, with at least 1 year working in outpatient and/or retail pharmacy
• Experience developing and delivering formal presentations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to travel locally up to 75%25 in the Knoxville, TN area

Preferred Qualifications:

• Medicaid Fee For Service or Medicaid Managed Care experience
• PBM experience
• Pharmacy Network Experience
• Training Experience
• Client facing or clinical account management 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 salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $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.