Staff Pharmacist - Per-Diem

UnitedHealth Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 92,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group’s CPS division is seeking a pharmacist for per diem coverage in a hospital setting. You will handle order entry, compounding, labeling, and supervision of technicians while consulting with clinicians on drug use and staying compliant with policies.

The role requires a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy with recent experience and active Texas licensure. In addition to salary benefits, a comprehensive package and 401(k) contributions are offered.

Qualifications

• ACPE-accredited PharmD degree or BS in Pharmacy with recent pharmacist work experience
• Active Texas State pharmacist license in good standing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Process physician drug orders including order entry into the dispensing system
• Perform appropriate product selection, compounding, labeling and repackaging
• Delegate product preparation activities to pharmacy technicians
• Consult with healthcare professionals on drugs and their appropriate use
• Stay compliant with department and hospital policies and procedures
• Cover the Director of Pharmacy in their absence to manage daily activities
• Assist in CPR responses and participate in hospital committees as needed
• Prepare periodic department progress reports for administration
• Help maintain accreditation standards compliance

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

PharmD degree

Texas State Pharmacist License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

This is a per diem position with no guaranteed or set schedule. The individual in this role will provide coverage as needed for planned and unplanned staff absences, including PTO, vacation , leave of absence and other staffing needs. Flexibility and availability to work on an as needed basis are essential.

Primary Responsibilities

• Processes physician drug orders including, but not limited to:
  • order entry into dispensing computer system
  • appropriate product selection
  • compounding
  • labeling and repackaging
  • delegating product preparation activities to pharmacy technicians
• Consults with various health care professionals and provides information and guidance concerning drugs and their appropriate use
• Complies with departmental and hospital policies and procedures
• Assumes duties of Director of Pharmacy in his/her absence to manage daily departmental activities
• Responds to cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures, when requested
• Participates in and/or provides support to hospital committees as agreed upon by committee members and the Director of Pharmacy to help establish drug-related policies, criteria, or to monitor issues related to drugs i.e. Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
• Assist in the preparation of periodic reports on the progress of the department for submission to the administration of the hospital
• Assists the department and hospital in maintaining compliance with accreditation standards

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

• ACPE - accredited PharmD degree (highly preferred) or BS of Pharmacy with recent pharmacist work experience
• Active Texas State pharmacist license in good standing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Some Hospital Pharmacy work experience
• Post-graduate Hospital pharmacy residency

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 salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually 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.