Full-Time Specialty Pharmacy Liaison

Optum; Wheelersburg (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive programs

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Ohio. You will explain benefits of specialty pharmacy services, help enroll patients, and handle prior authorizations and financial assistance tasks.

You'll support the pharmacy team to ensure timely processing of orders and provide outbound adherence calls while handling inbound inquiries. A license in good standing and recent experience are required, with preferred KY licensure and PTCB certification.

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacy Technician license in good standing in the state of Ohio.
• Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician.

Responsibilities

• Explain benefits of specialty pharmacy services to patients and support participation in the program.
• Assist with enrolling patients into the specialty pharmacy program.
• Complete benefits investigations, prior authorizations, and financial assistance tasks.
• Coordinate with pharmacy team to ensure accurate and timely processing of orders.
• Provide direct patient support through outbound adherence and refill reminder calls.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

PTCB

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Care management platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

rimary Responsibilities:

• Explain the benefits of specialty pharmacy services to patients and support their participation in the program
• Assist with enrolling patients into the specialty pharmacy program
• Complete benefits investigations, prior authorizations, and financial assistance tasks to help ensure patients can access prescribed medications
• Coordinate with pharmacy team members to support accurate and timely processing of patient orders
• Provide direct patient support through outbound adherence and refill reminder calls and assist with inbound patient inquiries
• Route clinical questions to the appropriate clinician as needed

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:

• - High school education or equivalent experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active Pharmacy Technician license in good standing in the state of Ohio
• Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree
• Additionally licensed as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of Kentucky
• PTCB
• Experience supporting clinical pharmacy programs and performing administrative tasks such as prior authorizations and data entry
• Solid knowledge of medication regimens, age‑specific dosing, and managed care practices
• Proficient in pharmacy systems, care management platforms, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Pay & Benefits:

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 $17.98 to $32.12 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is working to create the health care system of tomorrow.

Already Fortune 6, we are totally focused on innovation and change. We work a little harder. We aim a little higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And at the end of the day, we’re doing a lot of good.

Through our family of businesses and a lot of inspired individuals, we’re building a high‑performance health care system that works better for more people in more ways than ever. Now we’re looking to reinforce our team with people who are decisive, brilliant - and built for speed.

Come to UnitedHealth Group, and share your ideas and your passion for doing more. We have roles that will fit your skills and knowledge. We have diverse opportunities that will fit your dreams.

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.

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.