Specialty Pharmacist Per Diem

UnitedHealth Group•Owosso, MI

2d•$44 - $79•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Per Diem Specialty Pharmacist to join our team at Memorial Healthcare in Owosso, MI. In this role, you will ensure the accurate and timely dispensing of specialty medications, uphold regulatory compliance, and provide exceptional service to patients and staff. Pharmacy Location: Located within Memorial Healthcare in Owosso, MI. Schedule: This position will cover PTO and sick time of existing staff as needed. Shifts will be available Monday through Friday between 7am-5pm.

Requirements

PharmD or BS Pharmacy degree with equivalent and acceptable experience from a College of Pharmacy accredited by American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
Active pharmacist license in good standing in the state of Michigan

Nice To Haves

Experience in specialty pharmacy highly preferred
Proficiency with EMR systems such as EPIC, Cerner or Meditech
Proficiency with dispensing systems such as PioneerRx, Willow Ambulatory, QS1, RX30, Computer Rx, etc. along with experience in pharmacy dispensing

Responsibilities

Review and manage specialty medication therapies for complex, chronic, or high-cost conditions
Provide patient education and counseling, focusing on adherence, administration, side effects, and outcomes
Coordinate care with providers, payers, and manufacturers to ensure therapy access and continuity
Oversee prior authorizations and utilization management, ensuring compliance with payer and program requirements
Monitor effectiveness and safety of therapy, including lab values, adherence metrics, and patient-reported outcomes
Ensure compliance with REMS and accreditation standards, including documentation and reporting requirements
Support quality initiatives and outcomes reporting, meeting specialty pharmacy performance and regulatory metrics