Specialty Pharmacy Manager — Lead Access & Outcomes (Equity Options)

Optum; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 112,700 - 193,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses, seeks a full-time Specialty Pharmacy Manager to oversee operations, planning, and supervision in accordance with hospital policies and state/federal laws. You will drive access, coordination, and performance improvements with a support team.

This role requires Michigan pharmacy licensure, 1+ year of management, and ACPE-accredited degree; schedule is 40 hours/week, Mon-Fri, with extensive collaboration across providers and payers. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• ACPE-accredited pharmacy degree.
• Current Michigan Pharmacist license in good standing.
• Current MI Controlled Substance license or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• 1+ years of pharmacy management experience.
• Proficient computer skills with pharmacy systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Direct specialty pharmacy operations, ensuring timely access to complex and high-cost therapies.
• Lead and develop specialty pharmacy staff, including pharmacists, technicians, liaisons, and support teams.
• Oversee payer access, prior authorization, and reimbursement workflows, optimizing time-to-therapy.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation, REMS, and regulatory requirements, including documentation and audits.
• Monitor clinical, financial, and operational performance metrics, driving quality and outcomes improvement.
• Collaborate with providers, manufacturers, and health system partners to support therapy access and care coordination.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives, supporting program growth, patient access, and sustainability.

Skills

Pharmacy management

Leadership

Payer access

Education

ACPE-accredited pharmacy degree

Tools

Pharmacy systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses, seeks a full-time Specialty Pharmacy Manager to oversee operations, planning, and supervision in accordance with hospital policies and state/federal laws. You will drive access, coordination, and performance improvements with a support team.

This role requires Michigan pharmacy licensure, 1+ year of management, and ACPE-accredited degree; schedule is 40 hours/week, Mon-Fri, with extensive collaboration across providers and payers. Benefits included.