Utilization Management Pharmacist - CA Remote - UnitedHealth Group

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.** If you are located in PST time zone states, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges. **Primary Responsibilities:** This position is for a Clinical Pharmacist working in the Pharmacy Utilization Management team. + Collaborates with the coordinators and nurses to process referrals, including answering clinical questions and collecting appropriate clinical/medical data needed to perform clinical assessments and reviews as per the health plan/employer-agreed criteria within the designated service level agreements + Evaluate and review all prior authorization requests and render coverage determinations based on clinical criteria and plan design. Includes verifying insurance coverage and eligibility, interpreting clinical guideline criteria, consulting physicians and other healthcare providers, and appropriately utilizing clinical knowledge and resources while complying with department protocols + One of the crucial responsibilities is to guarantee that the decisions regarding cases are conveyed promptly and efficiently to all the healthcare providers, health plans/employers, patients, and other healthcare professionals following agreed-upon approval & denial management processes + Performs and handles inbound and outbound phone calls with coordinators, nurse, physicians, healthcare providers, and/or patients to facilitate prior authorization requests, answer inquiries, and/or resolve escalations + Performs other related projects and duties as assigned, including attending training sessions and development meetings, and providing on-call and after-hours pharmacist availability as needed 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. + 2+ years of experience working as a Prior Authorization pharmacist + Experience using clinical resources, e.g., Micromedex, Lexicomp, Clinical Pharmacology, Up to Date + Proven ability to prioritize, quickly assess, manage multiple tasks and adapt to constantly changing situations + Proven excellent organizational skills. solid detail orientation *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy **Nevada, Washington or California Residents Only:** The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. _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:_ _OptumCare_ _is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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_ _._ _OptumCare_ _is a drug-free workplace. Candidates_ _are required to_ _pass a drug test before beginning employment._