What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator position at UnitedHealth Group?
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As a Clinical Coordinator you'll be responsible for leading clinical pharmacy programs and services at the site level as well as staffing duties.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Serve as a clinical resource for the provision of pharmaceutical care and clinical pharmacy services at both Methodist Hospital sites
- Build effective relationships with other healthcare professionals and departments within the hospital and company
- Promote clinically rational drug therapy and sound pharmaceutical care through the development of new (or expansion of existing) pharmacy practice programs, drug therapy policies, and other programs
- Provides training, education and orientation to various health care providers regarding medication use and safety
- Precepts pharmacy students on clinical rotations
- Participate and assist the Pharmacy Management in all activities as assigned including assisting with IV pump management, formulary management and medication guidelines
Pharmacy location: Located within Methodist Hospitals Northlake and Southlake - 600 Grant Street, Gary, IN 46402 and 8701 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410
Hours: Monday-Sunday 6:30am to 1:00am
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:
- Graduate of an accredited PharmD program
- Indiana Pharmacist license in good standing
- Completion of a PGY1 OR 2 years of recent clinical work experience working in a hospital setting
- 1 years of experience as a supervisory pharmacist involved with program development
Hospital Requirements: (may be required)
- (PPD) TB Skin Test - Proof of negative TB skin test within the last 12 months
- (MMR) Measles, Mumps and Rubella or A Blood Titer proving immunity
- Varicella - (2) documented doses or A Blood Titer proving
- Hep B3 Series (or declination)
- (Flu) Influenza-required for hire between Oct 1st-April 30th
- COVID Vaccine
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 salary for this role will range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually 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.
Salary : $89,900 - $160,600