Specialty Pharmacy Liaison Full Time
UnitedHealth Group
- Location
- Owensboro, Kentucky
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $18 – $32/hr
About this role
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 specialty pharmacy operations through accurate prescription processing, medication dispensing, and coordination of pharmacy services within the health system's specialty pharmacy. You will help ensure timely medication access, support patients throughout the medication fulfillment process, and facilitate communication between patients, providers, and the pharmacy. The liaison works under the direct supervision of a pharmacist. Pharmacy Location: Located onsite within Owensboro Health Specialty Pharmacy in Owensboro, KY Schedule: Monday through Friday, either 8:00am - 4:30pm or 8:30am - 5:00pm 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 Potential to expand responsibilities beyond dispensing through cross-training in clinical support activities, including medication access services, patient onboarding, adherence programs, and coordination with clinical staff 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 Pharmacy technician license in good standing in the state of KY Recent work experience as a Pharmacy Technician, ideally in retail, specialty, or outpatient settings Preferred Qualifications: Experience in pharmacy dispensing, including prescription preparation, verification support, inventory management, and workflow coordination Proficiency in pharmacy systems, care management platforms, 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