• Job Description

  Req#: 2187485

  Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

  The Drug Intelligence Clinical Pharmacist will be responsible for the research of new and existing medications and the evaluation of medical literature. The Drug Intelligence Clinical Pharmacist will be responsible for the provision of drug intelligence services including but not limited to Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) committee support and clinical (internal and external) communications related to P&T matters. The chosen candidate must be able to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently. The chosen candidate must be willing to support tasks and projects outside of standard duties.

  You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain new drug monographs and therapeutic class reviews
  • Participate via phone or in person in P&T committee meetings and facilitate client and internal P&T committee processes
  • Oversee projects from inception to completion
  • Continuously look for ways to streamline and improve the quality of drug information processes
  • Provide responses to drug information requests
  • Be aware of current and emerging trends in clinical information, treatment guidelines and formulary review strategies
  • Assist in training and mentoring of pharmacy residents, students, and interns
  • Other activities as determined by the VP of Drug Intelligence

  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:

  • Pharm D degree
  • Current, unrestricted Pharmacist license (any state)
  • 2+ years of experience working as a licensed pharmacist in a clinical setting (not retail pharmacy)
  • Experience assessing and critically appraising clinical trials, evaluating comparative effectiveness evidence
  • Experience working on or with a Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) committee
  • Experience writing and presenting monographs and class reviews
  • Computer proficiency at the intermediate level and experience with MS Office (specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Willing or the ability to travel up to 10%

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Successful completion of a Pharmacy Residency program
  • Additional certifications in any areas of specialty (e.g., pharmacotherapy, ambulatory care, oncology, HIV, pain management, psychiatry, multiple sclerosis)
  • Experience working within a PBM or Managed Care

  California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island or Washington residents is $85,000 to $167,300. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

  *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

  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.

  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.

• About the company

  UnitedHealth Group Incorporated is an American multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota.

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