Pharmacy Resident/ Fellow - Managed Care

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Pearland, TX, USA
In-Office
73K-130K Annually
Mid level
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The Role
The position involves developing and managing projects to enhance member care in health plans and overseeing Medicare Part D prescription benefits.
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Requisition Number: 2366387
Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This position is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and assisting in projects/programs that enhance the care of members in both commercial and Medicare advantage health plans. This position is also responsible for assisting the Pharmacy Health Plan Services area in the management of the Medicare Advantage Part D prescription benefits and after-hour prior authorizations as needed. Under the supervision of the Director of Pharmacy- Health Plan Services, this position is routinely responsible for audits and monitoring functions that help ensure prescription benefits are administered cost effectively, timely, accurately and in compliance with CMS standards.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • 80% Develop, implement, and monitor projects/programs that enhance the care of members in all health plans as well as the financial abilities of the department
  • 5% Assist with data collection interpretation and reporting
  • 5% On Call for Prior Authorizations.
  • 5% Other duties as assigned

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 School of Pharmacy
  • Intern state license; must obtain Texas
  • Pharmacy License within 90 days of hire
  • 1+ years of pharmacy experience
  • Proven ability to communicate with other healthcare and company personnel to delegate duties, inform about policies, train, assist with program development and implementation
  • Proven ability to communicate with members to handle complaints and problems, assist with questions, and recommend products.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • HMO and 3rd party managed care experience
  • Experience with presentations
  • Proven ability to problem solve and to present suggestions and solutions in a clear and concise manner

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 $72,800 to $130,000 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.
OptumCare 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.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Skills Required

  • Graduate School of Pharmacy
  • Intern state license; must obtain Texas Pharmacy License within 90 days of hire
  • 1+ years of pharmacy experience
  • Proven ability to communicate with other healthcare and company personnel
  • Proven ability to communicate with members to handle complaints

What the Team is Saying

Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage offers multiple plan types with employer HSA contributions, in‑network preventive care at 100%, and included 24/7 virtual visits, alongside dental and vision options. This breadth allows predictable copay choices or tax‑advantaged HSA designs to fit different usage needs.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer match eligibility and full vesting over time plus an Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount. Together these elements support long‑term savings and ownership.
  • Parental & Family Support Family supports include six weeks paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and subsidized Bright Horizons back‑up care. Emotional well‑being resources like a premium Calm subscription and a 24/7 EAP complement these supports.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.

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