Clinical Pharmacist - Remote - Greater Chicago, IL area - 2284811

UnitedHealth Group; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to improve health quality outcomes through telephonic outreach. This role offers flexibility with remote work and focuses on collaboration within a supportive team culture. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Pharmacy and significant experience in patient consultation. Join us to make a difference in the lives of millions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits packages

Incentive and recognition programs

Stock purchase options

401(k)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of licensed pharmacist experience.
• 3+ years of patient consultation experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform telephonic outreach to improve health quality outcomes.
• Optimize pharmacy therapy through engagement with providers and pharmacies.
• Oversee pharmacy projects from inception to completion.

Skills

Patient Consultation

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Tools

MS Office

Windows

Job description

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities, and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Join us to build a more responsive, affordable, and equitable health care system. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will perform live telephonic outreach to UHC Medicare members to improve health quality outcomes, such as medication adherence and appropriate drug utilization. This role offers an opportunity to join a pharmacy team focused on clinical and business collaboration within a supportive team culture that encourages learning and growth.

If you are able to work in-office once a month, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you tackle challenging tasks.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Perform telephonic outreach to improve health quality outcomes
2. Optimize pharmacy therapy through engagement with providers and pharmacies
3. Oversee pharmacy projects from inception to completion
4. Respond to drug information requests
5. Assess and interpret customer needs and requirements
6. Identify solutions to non-standard requests and problems
7. Coach, provide feedback, and guide others
8. Improve CAHPs member experience results, impacting Star Ratings and Medication Adherence
9. Make outbound calls to detractors and members to enhance experience and adherence
10. Document and track member engagement

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and provides clear development paths for your current role and future opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Pharmacy
2. Current and unrestricted Pharmacist license in Illinois
3. 3+ years of licensed pharmacist experience
4. 3+ years of patient consultation experience
5. Proficiency in MS Office and Windows environment for 2+ years

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Pharm D
2. Retail and/or mail order pharmacy experience

*Remote work is subject to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

The salary range is $89,800 to $176,700 annually, based on full-time employment and factors such as location, education, experience, and certifications. Benefits include comprehensive packages, incentive and recognition programs, stock purchase options, and 401(k).

Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for everyone, addressing disparities and promoting equitable care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace, requiring candidates to pass a drug test before employment.