Clinical Staff Pharmacist - Per Diem

Optum; Norwood Heights (OH); On-site; USD 61,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase and 401k

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's CPS/Optum division in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Clinical Pharmacist, Patient Care, to review medication orders, oversee regimens, and ensure safe dispensing onsite per diem. Collaborative role with physicians, nurses, and technicians with HIPAA compliance and regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities include processing orders, providing drug information, training staff, and supporting performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from ACPE-accredited school.
• Current Pharmacist license in good standing in state of practice.
• Ability to evaluate medication therapy for safety, efficacy, and dosing.
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Review physician medication orders for appropriateness across patient conditions.
• Provide clinical guidance on medication use to physicians and nurses.
• Process orders including entry, labeling, and documentation.
• Ensure medications are available to minimize therapy delays.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Clinical Pharmacist license

Communication skills

Pharmacy software

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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 Clinical Pharmacist, Patient Care supports hospital pharmacy operations by reviewing and processing medication orders and ensuring medications are prepared, dispensed, and monitored safely and accurately. This role works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals to promote safe, effective, and appropriate medication therapy.

The pharmacist is responsible for maintaining compliance with hospital and pharmacy policies, applicable state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and patient confidentiality requirements.

Location: 5500 Verulam Avenue. Cincinnati, OH
Schedule: Per Diem/PRN covering PTO and sick time; Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
Work Arrangements: Onsite

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review physician medication orders for appropriateness based on patient condition, organ function, disease state, allergies, medication history, concomitant therapies, and other relevant clinical factors
• Provide clinical oversight of medication regimens for the patient populations served by the facility, including age-specific dosing considerations
• Process medication orders, including order entry, product selection, compounding, labeling, repackaging, and required documentation
• Provide drug information and clinical guidance to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding appropriate medication use
• Ensure medications are available when needed to minimize delays in therapy and support positive patient outcomes
• Delegate appropriate medication preparation activities to pharmacy technicians in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and hospital policies
• Review and assume responsibility for products prepared by pharmacy technicians
• Provide indirect oversight and work direction to pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns, and pharmacy students, as applicable
• Maintain appropriate medication inventory and assist with the procurement of formulary and non-formulary medications
• Monitor medication storage areas, including automated dispensing systems, floor stock, surgery carts, emergency carts, and crash carts
• Maintain required state and federal records to ensure appropriate medication accountability and control
• Participate in pharmacy and hospital performance improvement initiatives, including documentation of pharmacist interventions
• Support compliance with applicable accreditation standards and pharmacy regulations
• Participate in hospital committees, including Pharmacy and Therapeutics activities, as requested
• Assist with orientation and training of new pharmacy personnel, interns, and students
• Assist in presenting pharmacy, medical, nursing, or departmental educational programs
• Respond to cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures when requested
• Assume designated responsibilities of the Director of Pharmacy in their absence, as appropriate
• Maintain confidentiality of patient, hospital, and corporate information in accordance with HIPAA requirements and organizational policies
• Perform other related responsibilities based on operational and business needs

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:

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or higher from a college or school of pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
• Current Registered Pharmacist license in good standing in the state of practice
• Knowledge to evaluate and oversee medication therapy for the patient populations served by the facility, including age-specific medication dosing
• Ability to evaluate medication therapy for clinical appropriateness, safety, interactions, dosing, organ function, and disease state
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and general computer applications
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to exercise independent professional judgment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to comply with applicable state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations, professional standards, hospital policies, and HIPAA requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree
• Previous hospital or inpatient pharmacy experience
• Completion of a postgraduate hospital pharmacy residency
• Experience reviewing and managing medication therapy in an acute-care or hospital setting
• Experience working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other members of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Experience providing oversight, training, or direction to pharmacy technicians, interns, or pharmacy students
• Experience with hospital medication distribution systems, automated dispensing technology, formulary management, and medication inventory processes
• Experience participating in Pharmacy and Therapeutics committees, medication-use evaluations, quality improvement initiatives, or accreditation activities

Physical Requirements:

The position may require:

• Repetitive use of hands and fingers, including computer keyboard use and medication labeling
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking, potentially 4 to 8+ hours
• Lifting up to 40 pounds
• Climbing stairs or ladders
• Working in close proximity to patients, staff, and other individuals
• Exposure to disease, infection, hazardous materials, and potentially distracting or uncomfortable noise levels
• Sufficient hearing, vision, communication, and cognitive abilities to safely perform assigned responsibilities
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position

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 hourly pay for this role will range from $44.00 to $79.00 per hour 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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.