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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract utilization review in Springfield, IL is $41.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.12 and $48.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Contract Utilization Review job involves analyzing and evaluating the usage of contracts to ensure compliance, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency. Professionals in this role review contract terms, monitor vendor performance, and assess utilization data to optimize contract value. They may work in industries such as healthcare, government, or procurement, ensuring that agreements are being properly executed. The goal is to identify areas for improvement, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency.

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A typical day in Contract Utilization Review involves reviewing patient medical records, ensuring adherence to payer contracts and regulatory standards, and communicating with healthcare providers to validate medical necessity of services. Professionals in this role often collaborate with clinical staff, case managers, and insurance representatives to resolve discrepancies or authorization issues. The work is detail-oriented and deadline-driven, making organizational skills vital. This dynamic position offers significant opportunities to learn more about healthcare regulations and may serve as a stepping stone toward more advanced roles in healthcare administration or compliance.

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To thrive in Contract Utilization Review, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, insurance policies, and contract compliance, often supported by a healthcare-related degree or certification in utilization management. Familiarity with utilization review software, electronic medical records (EMR), and knowledge of regulatory standards such as CMS guidelines is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with care teams and insurers. These abilities ensure reviews are accurate, contracts are properly administered, and patient care meets organizational and payer requirements.

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Infographic showing various Contract Utilization Review job openings in Springfield, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 36% Full Time, 37% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,164 per year, or $41.9 per hour.

Hybrid Immunization Specialist (Vaccines) Quincy/Springfield, IL

Springfield, IL • On-site

GlaxoSmithKline
Scientific Research and Development Services • 10K+ employees

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


GlaxoSmithKline rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Territory: Covers Qunicy and Springfield, Illinois; Burlington, Iowa and surrounding areas, including portions of Hannibal, Missouri

Candidate must reside in Qunicy, Springfield or within the territory

Role Overview:

For more than 140 years, GSK has pioneered novel research methods and technologies to help protect people from infectious diseases. Our vaccines portfolio of more than 20 marketed vaccines is the broadest in the industry, helping to protect people throughout their lives. We believe prevention, at scale and impact, is the best health investment for society, patients, and the economy. Vaccine-preventable diseases are a significant burden on society and healthcare systems; approximately $1 trillion in productivity is lost each year due to preventable conditions. This includes the impact from the 330,000 older adults hospitalized globally each year with RSV,the approximately1 in 3 people who will develop shingles in their lifetime,and the 3-11% of people infected with seasonal influenza each year. Our portfolio will reach over 1 billion people globally this decade. Each year, about 40% of children globally receive a GSK vaccine and GSK is well-placed to lead in the growing adult immunization market. GSK's US vaccines business is designed to support the unique needs of the customer base in the given geography. There are multiple customer-facing roles, each with unique customers/call points, but all dependent upon a high degree of collaboration.

Position Summary:

The Immunization Specialist (IS) plays a pivotal role in drivinghealthcare provider(HCP)engagement and vaccine uptake acrossadult customers. The IS educates HCPsand theirofficestaffon disease prevention and GSK's vaccine portfolio, effectively communicating clinical value and supporting vaccination goals. The role requires strong customer engagement skills, scientific fluency, and the ability to translate clinical data into meaningful conversations that drive immunization impact. The ISwillreport to the Vaccine Sales Directorcollaborate closely with field and account leadership roles (e.g., Vaccine Account Manager, Vaccine Account Director, Vaccine Account Lead, Vaccine Sales Lead, National Account Lead) to ensure coordinated and compliant execution.

Responsibilities:

Drive HCP Demand and Communicate Product Value

  • Engage HCPs acrossinternal medicine, familypracticeand health departmentsto communicate the clinical value and benefits of GSK vaccines using approved materials.

  • Build andmaintaindeepexpertisein vaccine therapeutic areas,GSKproductsand competitors

  • Supportpeer-to-peereducational programs, conventions, and speaker events to enhance vaccine awareness and recommendation

Customer Engagement andPull through

  • Tailor engagement strategies based on local practice dynamics andHCP/accountneeds

  • Ensure pull throughacross adult segments for both private and public vaccination, including stocking, in-officevaccinationand/or a strong referral process

  • Partner withVaccineAccount Managersto drive productpull throughwithinPublic Awardees, HealthSystemsand othercontracted accounts, following customer engagement guidelinesas provided by customers or Account Managers

  • Influence the uptake of publicly funded vaccinesby engaging withHCPs/staff andhealth departmentand develop knowledge of theirimmunization goalsandfunding cycles

  • Support accounts with their ordering and inventory management needs as appropriate

  • Work with Account managers to appropriately educate/communicate HCPs/staff on HS policies

  • Identifyand address barriers to contract execution andutilization, providing actionable feedback

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Barrier Resolution

  • Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Market Access, Medical Affairs, Account Teams) to ensure aligned and compliant execution.

  • Helpidentifyand address barriers to vaccine access,reimbursementor workflow integration

  • Provideactionable field insights to inform local strategy,optimizeresources, and enhance execution.

Operational Excellence and Compliance

  • Uphold GSK's standards for compliant, high-quality customer engagement in line with company policies and healthcare regulations.

  • Participate in business reviews and team huddlestoassess progress andidentifyopportunities

  • MaintainaccurateCRM documentation and activity recordspercompliance and field standards

Success Metrics & Key Performance indicators:

  • Commercial Results: Achieve assigned territory sales, immunization rates and market share targets

  • Key Activity metrics: Activity metrics (e.g. customer reach, frequency), progress on Good Selling Outcomes, utilization of key educational assets

  • 100% compliance with documentation in CRM systems and GSK policies

  • Completion of selling excellence and product related training programs and modules

Why you?

BasicQualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degreefrom an accredited institution

  • Minimum 2 years of business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience

  • Ability to travel locally and regionally as required for customer engagement. Occasional overnights and weekend travel.

  • Valid driver's licenseand willingness todrive (essential function of this role). No relocation assistance.

  • The selected candidate will be hired at the appropriate level based on experience:

    • Immunization Specialist (grade 8): Minimum 2 years business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience

    • Senior Immunization Specialist (grade 7): 5+ years business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years of vaccines sales experience

  • Strongtrack recordof high-level performance and consistent achievements

  • Strong account-selling skills, including business-to-business experience ina healthcare

  • Demonstratedcompetency of science, business acumen, and customer engagement

  • Knowledge and experience in ahealthcaresetting

  • Demonstrated learning agility

Key Skills/Competencies:

  • Advanced business acumen and analytical skills to diagnose opportunities

  • Self-directed and organized with the ability to adapt and change in a shifting environment

  • Impact and influence withcustomersto mobilize action plans

  • Ability to quicklyidentifyissues and develop recommendations fortimely, compliant resolution

Location:This is a field-based position.The percentage of travel will bedeterminedbycustomerlocation in relation to the geographic location of the successful candidate.

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Skills

Customer Centric Selling, Data to Insights, Digital Fluency, Omnichannel, Sales Territory Management, Scientific Literacy The US annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $119,250 to $198,750. The US salary ranges take into account a number of factors including work location within the US market, the candidate's skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the appropriate Recruitment Staff by emailing us at -usrecruitment.adjustments@gsk.com

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

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Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, GSK may be required to capture and report expenses GSK incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure GSK's compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements. For more information, please visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website at https://openpaymentsdata.cms.gov/


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GlaxoSmithKline is a globally recognized pharmaceutical and healthcare company based in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Originated from a merger between Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham in 2000, the company excels in the pharmaceutical industry and holds a leading position in making medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's mission is to improve the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better, and live longer. They adhere to core values of transparency, integrity, respect for people, and patient-focus, reflecting in their endeavors to conduct research and deliver innovative healthcare solutions to patients and consumers worldwide.

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