Supports specialty pharmacy operations under pharmacist supervision by processing prescriptions, preparing and dispensing medications, managing prior authorizations, coordinating patient onboarding and refills, handling cold-chain distribution and shipping, maintaining compliance documentation, and providing non-clinical patient support. The role requires accurate prescription data entry, medication fulfillment, payer and provider coordination, and adherence to specialty pharmacy, REMS, FDA, accreditation, and quality standards.
Requisition Number: 2384004
Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for better patient outcomes across the entire continuum of care. With CPS, you'll work alongside our team of more than 2,500 pharmacy professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to drive superior financial, clinical, and operational performance for health systems nationwide. Ready to help shape the future of pharmacy and hospital solutions? Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Specialty Pharmacy Liaison with CPS Solutions, LLC, you will support the daily operations of the health system's specialty pharmacy, with a primary focus on prescription processing and dispensing support. Working closely with pharmacists and the pharmacy team, you will help ensure timely and accurate medication fulfillment while supporting pharmacy workflow and service operations. This position works under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
Pharmacy Location: Located onsite within Mohawk Valley Health System in Utica, NY
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30am-5pm, 40 hours per week
Primary Responsibilities:
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:
Preferred Qualifications:
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $18 - $32 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for better patient outcomes across the entire continuum of care. With CPS, you'll work alongside our team of more than 2,500 pharmacy professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to drive superior financial, clinical, and operational performance for health systems nationwide. Ready to help shape the future of pharmacy and hospital solutions? Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Specialty Pharmacy Liaison with CPS Solutions, LLC, you will support the daily operations of the health system's specialty pharmacy, with a primary focus on prescription processing and dispensing support. Working closely with pharmacists and the pharmacy team, you will help ensure timely and accurate medication fulfillment while supporting pharmacy workflow and service operations. This position works under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.
Pharmacy Location: Located onsite within Mohawk Valley Health System in Utica, NY
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30am-5pm, 40 hours per week
Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepare and dispense medications by measuring, counting, labeling, and packaging prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist
- Process prescription orders accurately, including entering patient and prescription data into pharmacy systems
- Assist pharmacists and healthcare providers by gathering necessary information and supporting workflow efficiency
- Process and coordinate specialty medication prescriptions, often for complex or chronic conditions
- Manage prior authorizations and insurance requirements, working closely with payers and providers
- Coordinate patient onboarding and refills, ensuring adherence to therapy schedules
- Handle medication distribution logistics, including cold-chain management and direct-to-patient shipping
- Maintain detailed documentation and reporting, meeting REMS, FDA, and manufacturer program requirements
- Provide high-touch patient support, addressing non-clinical questions and navigating access barriers
- Ensure compliance with specialty pharmacy regulations, accreditation standards, and quality metrics
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:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician, ideally in specialty or outpatient settings
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a health system, hospital, specialty, or retail pharmacy setting
- Experience with prescription dispensing, medication verification, and pharmacy operations
- Solid knowledge of medication therapies, age-specific dosing, and pharmacy regulations
- Proficiency with pharmacy dispensing systems and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $18 - $32 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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