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Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that is improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation is not about another gadget; it is about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There is no room for error. If you are looking for a better place to use your passion and your desire to drive change, this is the place to be. It's an opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm) Must live within a commutable distance to the Mobile, AL Home Infusion Pharmacy. Part Time work schedule, 24 hours per week, where work will typically be 3 days per week, from 8am - 5pm, with the ability to stay later, based on business needs. Will be required to participate in the on-call rotation, which will be 1 week per month. Primary Responsibilities: * Review medication orders and evaluate appropriateness and completeness of orders with consideration given to the special needs and behaviors of the specific age group served. Obtains patient prescription and assists physician, as necessary, in formulating prescriptions and monitoring regimen. Enters medication orders into the computer system and dispenses medications in an accurate and timely manner in appropriate quantities based on stability, compatibility of the drug and age specific needs of the patient. Verifies all prescriptions not directly received from the physician or the physician's agent * Assess the patient at the initiation of drug therapy, develops a patient care plan and drug monitoring regimen and monitors the patient according to the care plan throughout the course of therapy * Communicate with physicians in suggesting alternate or modified drug therapy programs that are the most cost effective. Communicates with the patient, physician, nursing staff, pharmacists and other members of the health care team regarding patient status, response to therapy and clinical objectives to ensure clinical outcomes is met * Coordinate with nursing staff to assure the most cost-effective method of delivery is utilized to achieve expected outcome * Information is input into the computerized software system to ensure accurate and timely dispensing and billing * Coordinate the drug preparation work of pharmacy technician and checks the accuracy of that work prior to releasing the medications for distribution. Accurately checks medications prepared by pharmacy technicians * Where applicable, compounds pharmaceuticals in an aseptic fashion according to literature guidelines. Compounds specialty drug products. Uses aseptic technique when compounding sterile drug products. Completes accurate documentation of items compounded and repackaged. Is familiar with, and strives to meet, various guidelines and recommendations as put forth by various governing bodies * Knowledgeable with regards to the proper use and handling of sterile and hazardous medications. Compounds and handles sterile and hazardous medications in accordance with established guidelines and regulations (i.e. USP ) * Ensure compliance with all FDA, DEA, State Board of Pharmacy, OSHA and other regulatory standards. Follows all department policies and procedures. Participates in department staff meetings and other functions required in the department, maintains license, continuing education and competencies as required by the appropriate regulatory agency and department * Comply with all applicable Federal, State pharmacy rules and regulations related to dispensing, controlled substances, etc. * Ensure that all manufacturer requirements for REMS and/or other requirements are met when dispensing and/or shipping drugs * Provide oversight of the safety; appropriateness, and effectiveness of the pharmaceutical care provide to patients (consumers) as it relates to specialty products dispensed 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: * BS in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree * Licensed pharmacist in the state in which the branch is located (and other states operating in, if required by the company) * Computer proficient especially with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, Word) * Knowledgeable of the variety and complexity of pharmaceuticals, the types of medication orders and be able to fill medication orders accurately and in a timely manner * Available to participate in the on-call rotation * You will be provisioned with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and are required to perform this role with patients and members on site, as this is an essential function of this role * Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance Preferred Qualifications: * At least 3 years of Pharmacist experience * Proficient in clinical patient monitoring and aseptic technique * Home Infusion and/or Hospital experience * Experience with intravenous solution compounding * USP 797 / USP 800 knowledge Careers with Optum Infusion Pharmacy. Discover a health services career that encourages your professional growth while delivering steadfast commitment to exceptional patient care. That's what you discover at Optum Infusion Pharmacy. We were founded by a close group of medical professionals in Lenexa, KS to provide patient - focused, state of the art home infusion services for acute, hemophilia and Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIg) therapies. Today we collaborate with leading doctors to develop breakthrough technologies for patient outcomes assessment; and we recently joined Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of companies. It all reinforces our commitment to empowering people in the pursuit and delivery of exceptional patient care, and creating personalized career paths to discovering your life's best work.(sm) 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 Job Keywords: Part Time, PT, Pharmacist, PharmD, Mobile, AL, Alabama, Home Infusion, IV Therapy, CPR +, Home Health, Compounding, Pharmacy Residency, Hospital, UnitedHealth Group, UHG, Optum, Mobile, AL, Alabama
