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If you are located in AZ, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges. 

This position is office based in our Birmingham, AL Pharmacy location. If you live in AZ, this position will be eligible for Telecommute. The regular work hours will be an 8-hour shift, Monday - Friday from 10:30 am - 7:00 pm local time. In addition, there is an occasional Saturday day shift rotation, as assigned, and overtime as needed per business needs, however, candidates must be available to work between the hours of 7am - 9pm local time, Monday - Saturday, as assigned and overtime as needed per business needs.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Verifies Specialty prescriptions; evaluates patient histories and performs drug utilization review
• Interprets physicians' orders on Specialty medications; creates, accesses, inputs, and retrieves prescription information from the computer system and verifies whether the order is reimbursable
• Consults with customers, patients and/or physicians regarding use of medications and potential drug interactions
• Analyzes and investigates concerns; Provides explanations and interpretations within area of expertise
• Provides health education and coaches consumers on treatment alternatives to assist them in best decision making
• Identifies problems or gaps in care offering opportunity for intervention
• Takes in-bound calls and/or places out-bound calls as dictated by consumer and business needs
• Special projects, initiatives, and other job duties as assigned

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:

• PharmD or Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
• Current, unrestricted Pharmacist license in the State of Alabama or Arizona
• 2+ years of Pharmacist experience
• Proficient computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office, Outlook and other proprietary software systems with the ability to navigate while speaking on the phone  
• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Leadership experience working as a PIC (Pharmacist in Charge) or a Pharmacy Manager
• Experience with Specialty and infusion therapies, Specialty disease management program, rare diseases, Oncology, REMS, and LDD programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft TEAMS
• Solid inbound and outbound telephonic skills, or ability to quickly learn
• Excellent clinical skills and judgment
• Efficient written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work under pressure and appropriately prioritize responsibilities

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.

Careers with OptumRx. We're one of the largest and most innovative pharmacy benefits managers in the US, serving more than 12 million people nationwide. Here you’ll fill far more than prescriptions. As a member of one of our pharmacy teams, you’re empowered to be your best and do whatever it takes to help each customer. You'll find unrivaled support and training as well as a wealth of growth and development opportunities driven by your performance and limited only by your imagination. Join us. There's no better place to help people live healthier lives while doing your life's best work.(sm)

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

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.