Remote Provider Liaison Pharmacist (TN)

Optum; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Provider Liaison Pharmacist in Knoxville, TN to educate providers, support TennCare initiatives, and assist with audits. Flexible remote options available with up to 75% local travel to the Knoxville area.

Eligible candidates hold a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy and Tennessee licensure, with 3+ years of pharmacy practice and presentation experience. Join OptumRx for a role that blends education, account management, and clinical collaboration across the TennCare program.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.
• Current and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of Tennessee.
• 3+ years of experience as a licensed Pharmacist, with at least 1 year in outpatient/retail.

Responsibilities

• Provider education programs, training, relations and service.
• Follow-up after pharmacy audit and audit assistance.
• Academic detailing of prescribers and pharmacy providers.
• TennCare PDL compliance initiatives.
• DUR and Provider Practice Activity follow up.
• Education and assistance for Providers in TennCare utilization management (PA requests, attestations, emergency supply).
• Collaborate with client and OptumRx Account Director and Clinical team.

Skills

BS degree in Pharmacy or PharmD

Tennessee Pharmacist license

Pharmacist experience (3+ years)

Presentations experience

Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Education

Pharmacy degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Optum is seeking a Provider Liaison Pharmacist in Knoxville, TN to educate providers, support TennCare initiatives, and assist with audits. Flexible remote options available with up to 75% local travel to the Knoxville area.

Eligible candidates hold a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy and Tennessee licensure, with 3+ years of pharmacy practice and presentation experience. Join OptumRx for a role that blends education, account management, and clinical collaboration across the TennCare program.