Staff Pharmacist (Outpatient) - Full Time
Optum, New Albany, IN, United States
Overview
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.
The full-time, exempt, Staff Pharmacist (Outpatient) will have the opportunity to apply your clinical expertise by evaluating and interpreting medication orders, compounding, and dispensing prescriptions in accordance with legal and professional standards. You will play a critical role in identifying, preventing, and resolving medication-related issues to ensure safe, effective, and individualized patient care. Through the application of evidence-based protocols, you will promote clinically sound and cost-effective drug therapy, contributing to improved patient outcomes and advancing the standard of pharmaceutical care.
Pharmacy Location
Located within Pulaski Memorial Hospital, 616 E 13th St, Winamac, IN 46996
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm; Saturday and Sunday 9:00am to 2:00pm
Primary Responsibilities
Provide patient education and counseling, focusing on adherence, administration, side effects, and outcomes
Coordinate care with providers, payers, and manufacturers to ensure therapy access and continuity
Oversee prior authorizations and utilization management, ensuring compliance with payer and program requirements
Monitor effectiveness and safety of therapy, adherence metrics, and patient-reported outcomes
Ensure compliance with REMS and accreditation standards, including documentation and reporting requirements
Support quality initiatives and outcomes reporting, meeting specialty pharmacy performance and regulatory metrics
Required Qualifications
PharmD or BS Pharmacy degree with equivalent and acceptable experience from a College of Pharmacy accredited by American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
Licensed to practice, or the ability to become licensed as a Pharmacist in the state of Indiana
Driver\'s License and access to a reliable transportation
Compensation and Benefits
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to salary, benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (eligibility applies). Salary range: $91,700 to $163,700 annually for full-time employment.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to mitigating health disparities and delivering equitable care. We are a drug-free workplace; candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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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.
The full-time, exempt, Staff Pharmacist (Outpatient) will have the opportunity to apply your clinical expertise by evaluating and interpreting medication orders, compounding, and dispensing prescriptions in accordance with legal and professional standards. You will play a critical role in identifying, preventing, and resolving medication-related issues to ensure safe, effective, and individualized patient care. Through the application of evidence-based protocols, you will promote clinically sound and cost-effective drug therapy, contributing to improved patient outcomes and advancing the standard of pharmaceutical care.
Pharmacy Location
Located within Pulaski Memorial Hospital, 616 E 13th St, Winamac, IN 46996
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm; Saturday and Sunday 9:00am to 2:00pm
Primary Responsibilities
Provide patient education and counseling, focusing on adherence, administration, side effects, and outcomes
Coordinate care with providers, payers, and manufacturers to ensure therapy access and continuity
Oversee prior authorizations and utilization management, ensuring compliance with payer and program requirements
Monitor effectiveness and safety of therapy, adherence metrics, and patient-reported outcomes
Ensure compliance with REMS and accreditation standards, including documentation and reporting requirements
Support quality initiatives and outcomes reporting, meeting specialty pharmacy performance and regulatory metrics
Required Qualifications
PharmD or BS Pharmacy degree with equivalent and acceptable experience from a College of Pharmacy accredited by American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
Licensed to practice, or the ability to become licensed as a Pharmacist in the state of Indiana
Driver\'s License and access to a reliable transportation
Compensation and Benefits
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to salary, benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (eligibility applies). Salary range: $91,700 to $163,700 annually for full-time employment.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to mitigating health disparities and delivering equitable care. We are a drug-free workplace; candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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