Associate Director, Infusion Pharmacy or PIC - Houston, TX

Optum; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 112,700 - 193,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking an Associate Director for their Home Infusion Pharmacy in Houston, TX. This role involves supervising pharmacy staff, overseeing dispensing and fulfillment of prescription orders, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD and possess significant pharmacy experience along with leadership skills. A comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary ranging from $112,700 to $193,200 annually are offered.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted pharmacist license within Texas.
• Minimum 3 years of active pharmacist experience.
• 1+ years of supervisory experience in pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of pharmacy staff.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy operations and regulations.
• Prepare reports for management regarding pharmacy performance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Pharmacy compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

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.

Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Associate Director, Home Infusion Pharmacy / PIC will oversee various duties related to the fulfillment of prescription orders. This includes dispensing unit doses, specialty pharmaceuticals, injectables, IVs, enterals and related supplies in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policies. The role also involves compounding medications, processing, packing and shipping outgoing orders, managing drug/supply ordering and inventory, maintaining proper storage and refrigeration, monitoring and calibrating pharmacy equipment, and filling dispensing units.

This position has approximately 7 direct and 16 indirect reports in the Home Infusion Pharmacy in Houston, TX. The schedule is a 40‑hour work week within the Monday‑Friday 8:00 am‑6:00 pm pharmacy schedule with possible on‑call duties. Candidates must live within a commutable distance to the branch.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily activities and tasks of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians related to dispensing and fulfillment of prescription orders.
• Monitors operations of the business unit and actively assists and provides direction to the team as required using standard policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Prioritizes and coordinates work, provides leadership to and reviews the work of assigned staff.
• Maintains and reviews most effective scheduling of staff to meet the needs and goals of the business unit; assigns workload to staff to meet completion dates and deadlines.
• Works to optimize standardized pharmacy production strategies and improve efficiency of subordinates.
• Performs or assists the team in performing duties and resolving problems.
• Prepares composite reports from individual reports of subordinates.
• Analyzes, researches, and prepares various reports for management on assigned topics as needed.
• Interviews, hires new employees, ensures appropriate training, conducts performance reviews, counsels employees, and takes appropriate disciplinary action.
• Participates and supervises all pharmacy staff with persistent annual, required competencies and didactic learning.
• Interprets physicians' prescriptions and creates order, clinical documentation, accesses, inputs, and retrieves prescription information from the computer system.
• Cross‑collaborates with physicians, nursing teams, and case managers involved with the clinical management and coordination of patient care.
• Oversees, reviews, and handles escalated issues.
• Is responsible and accountable for all pharmacy operations, performance of sterile compounding staff, and environmental management of the Cleanroom Suite in accordance with USP 797.
• Continuously implements and adheres to standardized policies to ensure alignment with regulatory and accreditation organizations.
• Continuously oversees and responds to various quality outcomes and performance improvement programs.
• Is responsible for oversight of inspections, surveys, and audits as they pertain to pharmacy operations.
• Oversees after‑hours on‑call rotation as pertains to business needs.
• Has working knowledge of all federal, state, and local requirements as they pertain to pharmacy operations.
• Oversees facilities management and security access of licensed pharmacy areas.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD degree.
• Current, unrestricted pharmacist license within the applicable state.
• Willing and able to obtain additional state licensure(s), if necessary.
• 3+ years of active pharmacist experience.
• 1+ years of experience leading, overseeing, or supervising tasks or projects of pharmacy staff.
• Experience and ability to work with leadership, clinicians, and able to develop effective working relationships with cross‑functional staff and departments.
• Familiarity with some budgeting and reporting activities.
• Solid understanding of state and federal laws and regulations as they pertain to pharmacy.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to work outside of regular scheduled hours in order to meet demands of work volume.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of home infusion experience.
• Pharmacy automation experience.
• CPR+ pharmacy dispensing platform.
• Solid collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work/present effectively across functions and with leadership levels.
• Ability to work independently and within a team; excellent coaching/mentoring skills.
• Solid analytics and planning capabilities.

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 a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $112,700 to $193,200 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.