Home Delivery Pharmacist

Optum; East Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

PharmScript, part of the Optum family, seeks a Pharmacist for the East Berlin, CT location. You will review prescriptions, optimize resident therapy, and collaborate with care teams to ensure safe dispensing and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes clinical guidance, medication safety, and education for facility staff.

You must hold a Pharm.D. from ACPE‑accredited school and an active CT license. The job offers comprehensive benefits and a schedule of 40 hours weekly, with pay in the

Qualifications

• Pharm.D. degree from ACPE‑accredited school required.
• Active and unrestricted CT pharmacist license required.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify prescription orders for accuracy and safety in long-term care residents.
• Perform medication regimen reviews and collaborate with prescribers and nurses.
• Provide clinical drug information, dosing recommendations, and adverse effect guidance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations including controlled substances.
• Oversee medication distribution, inventory management, and timely delivery to facilities.
• Participate in quality assurance, medication safety, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Educate facility staff and assist with medication-related questions.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Pharm.D. degree

Job description

Explore opportunities with PharmScript, part of the Optum family of businesses. PharmScript is one of the nation's leading pharmacies, partnering with long-term and post-acute care facilities to supply medications to thousands of residents and patients. Be part of our team that's dedicated to delivering safe, accurate and timely medication to those who need it most. PharmScript is a place where you can thrive and contribute. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Location

Pharmscript Home Delivery Pharmacy: 80 Clark Dr, Unit 2BC, East Berlin, CT

Hours

Monday-Friday, 40 hours between the schedule of 12:30pm-11:00pm

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review and verify prescription orders to ensure accurate dispensing, medication safety, and regulatory compliance for long‑term care residents.
• Conduct medication regimen reviews and collaborate with prescribers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize resident medication therapy.
• Provide clinical support and drug information, including recommendations related to dosing, therapeutic alternatives, drug interactions, and adverse effects.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations, including controlled substance management, documentation, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Oversee medication distribution processes, inventory management, and timely delivery of medications to assigned facilities.
• Participate in quality assurance, medication safety, and performance improvement initiatives to promote positive resident outcomes.
• Support facility staff through education, consultation, and assistance with medication‑related questions and concerns.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an ACPE‑accredited college or school of pharmacy required.
• Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of practice (Connecticut)
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

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.

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 - $79 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 make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone‑of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income‑deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.