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Optum/CPS Solutions Staff Pharmacist Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Houston, TX · On-site

$55.75 - $66.75/hr

Clinical And/Or Production Pharmacist Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home | , OR

Bend, OR · On-site

$61.50 - $73.75/hr

Pharmacist - Clinical And/Or Production Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Bend, OR · On-site

$61.50 - $73.75/hr

Production Pharmacist Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Bend, OR · On-site

$61.50 - $73.75/hr

Pharmacist - Clinical And/Or Production Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home | , OR

Bend, OR · On-site

$61.50 - $73.75/hr

Pharmacist - Clinical And/Or Production Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$59.50 - $71.50/hr

Pharmacist - Clinical And/Or Production Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Houston, TX · On-site

$55.75 - $66.75/hr

Clinical And/Or Production Pharmacist Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Houston, TX · On-site

$55.75 - $66.75/hr

Clinical And/Or Production Pharmacist Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Bend, OR · On-site

$61.50 - $73.75/hr

Production Pharmacist Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home | , OR

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$59.50 - $71.50/hr

Pharmacist - Clinical And/Or Production Optum 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 ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Houston, TX · On-site

$55.75 - $66.75/hr

Clinical And/Or Production Pharmacist Optum 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 ...

Optum/CPS Solutions Staff Pharmacist Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for ...

Pharmacist - Home Infusion

Bend, OR · On-site

$61.50 - $73.75/hr

Pharmacist - Clinical And/Or Production Optum 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 ...

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How much do optum pharmacist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for optum pharmacist in the United States is $60.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.01 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Optum Pharmacist job?

An Optum Pharmacist plays a critical role in providing medication management, clinical support, and patient counseling within Optum, a healthcare services and pharmacy benefit management company under UnitedHealth Group. Responsibilities may include reviewing prescriptions for accuracy, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes. Depending on the role, pharmacists may work in retail, specialty, or mail-order pharmacy settings or focus on medication therapy management. Optum Pharmacists may also support prior authorization reviews, formulary management, and patient education. The role requires strong clinical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to improving patient health.

What are typical daily responsibilities for an Optum Pharmacist?

As an Optum Pharmacist, your daily responsibilities typically include reviewing and verifying prescriptions, providing medication therapy management, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate patient care. You'll also perform clinical interventions, assist members with medication questions, and participate in quality assurance projects. Many pharmacists at Optum work with electronic health records and pharmacy benefit management systems to streamline workflows and optimize patient outcomes. The role often involves both independent tasks and teamwork within a multidisciplinary healthcare setting, supporting a positive, patient-focused experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Optum Pharmacist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Optum Pharmacist, you need a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, active pharmacist licensure, and a strong understanding of clinical pharmacy practice and managed care. Familiarity with pharmacy benefit management (PBM) systems, electronic prescription tools, and common drug utilization review (DUR) softwares is essential. Exceptional attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills are vital for ensuring safe, accurate medication management while providing quality care to diverse patient populations in a healthcare-focused, team-oriented environment.

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Clinical Oncology Pharmacist - Optum WA

Clinical Oncology Pharmacist - Optum WA

UnitedHealth Group

Everett, WA • On-site

$115K - $177K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 15 days ago


UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 145 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

191st of 881 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Optum WA, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist to join our team in Everett, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  

Position Highlights:

Join a team that is redefining care across the continuum. In this Clinical Pharmacist role, you will support an ambulatory outpatient infusion practice and a hematology/oncology provider group with an oncology focus. You will partner closely with the pharmacy team, providers, and nursing staff to optimize evidence-based therapy, monitoring, toxicity management, and safe medication delivery.

Primary Responsibilities:
    Review injectable and oral regimens for appropriateness, safety, interactions, and cost-conscious care, and provide consultative recommendations to prescribers.
    Monitor therapy through patient assessment and lab interpretation, and help prevent and manage adverse effects and urgent medication-related issues.
    Educate patients, caregivers, and staff on medication use, expected side effects, and monitoring requirements.
    Support protocol development, guideline maintenance, and order set optimization in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
    Support investigational drug and research-related medication processes as assigned.
    Verify and dispense time-sensitive infusion medications and support safe preparation workflows consistent with sterile and hazardous drug standards, when applicable.
    Help manage medication shortages and support infusion operations to maintain continuity of care.

Benefit Highlights:
    Partnership Program
    Value Project Bonus
    CME Funds and Related Time Off  
    Paid License Renewals  
    Malpractice Coverage& Tail 
    Employee Wellness Program


The Everett Clinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we're able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we'll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

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:
    PharmD
    Active Washington State pharmacist license

Preferred Qualifications:
    PGY1 and PGY2 (Oncology), or equivalent ambulatory oncology or infusion experience.
    Board certification in an appropriate specialty (for example, BCOP).

The salary range for this role is $115,000 to $177,000 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

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.


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