Pharmacist Supervisor of Pharmacy Operations – Chandler, AZ

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.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate all clinical and supportive pharmacy personnel to include Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, and Operation Supervisors as it relates to all pharmacy activities including drug preparation, sterile product preparation, dispensing, and clinical pharmacy services
• Set team direction, resolve problems, and provide guidance to team in accordance with departmental plans and Infusion business priorities
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training and development of new employees
• Ensure that all pharmacy operations, practices, and procedures meet all licensing and standards requirements established by local, state, and federal agencies, as well as accrediting bodies (e.g. ACHC, URAC)
• Maintain clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy and intravenous therapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars, and conferences
• Oversee the procurement of medication, supplies, and equipment used in preparing and administering drugs
• Oversee the clinical services offered by the branch as they are related to both infusion and/or specialty services provided
• Ensure compliance with all controlled substance related rules, regulations, and Company policies
• Maintain proper communication and coordination with other departments and staff
• Temporarily assume the role of Pharmacist-in-Charge in the absence of the PIC and/or General / Branch Manager
• Prepare justification for additional personnel, equipment, and programs
• Assist with development of policies and procedures and ensure compliance thereof
• Participate in and help direct the branch Quality Management / Performance Improvement Program to include review and identify areas of opportunity

 

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 of Pharmacy or PharmD
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the State of Arizona
• 3+ years of Pharmacy experience
• Working knowledge of the regulations and processes related to sterile compounding.
• Proficient experience with Windows PC applications including the ability to navigate and learn new and complex computer system applications. 
• Permanent residence within a commutable distance to the branch

   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Home Infusion Experience
• Previous Pharmacy leadership / supervisory experience
• Willing to obtain out of state pharmacist licenses required to support out of state pharmacy license PIC requirements.
• Knowledge of CPR+ software

  

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, standing, walking in an office / pharmacy operation environment

 

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.