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 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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale.Caring. Connecting. Growing together.As a Fortune 5 business, we are one of the world's leading healthcare companies. There are no limits here on the resources you'll have or the challenges you'll encounter.We have been supporting global healthcare systems from Ireland and the UK for more than 20 years, building a dynamic and diverse team of more than 2,100 talented individuals. With a continued record of growth and stability, we’re always on the lookout for fresh talent to join our expanding teams.As a Clinical Pharmacist, this position is responsible for overall drug information research, evaluation and reviews in response to clinical inquiries from partnering departments. This role is part of a cross‑functional division coordinating formulary strategies for over 60 therapeutic classes. The Clinical Pharmacist ensures collaborating areas have essential details for clinically appropriate decision‑making.Careers with Optum offer flexible work arrangements. Individuals who live and work in the Republic of Ireland will have the opportunity to split their monthly work hours between our Dublin office and telecommuting from a home‑based office in a hybrid work model.Primary ResponsibilitiesProvide clinical support with respect to pharmacy benefit designConduct clinical research and review drug labels, treatment guidelines, published literature and other key sources to inform drug coverage strategiesSupport, liaise, and provide clinical pharmacy consulting services to cross‑functional teams including individuals with a broad range of expertiseCollaborate on maintenance and enhancements of the clinical intake tool (Optum Rx Clinical Support)Work with partners such as clinical leadership, commercial strategy and legalCollaborate with the greater clinical organization including Drug Intelligence, Pipeline, Industry Relations, and Clinical Utilization ManagementReview and contribute to the maintenance and development of clinical policiesMaintain solid clinical knowledge of multiple therapeutic categories for drug information research requests (e.g., Diabetes, Respiratory disease, Oncology, Hematology, Neurology)Present educational information on newly approved and up‑and‑coming drugs to the clinical and non‑clinical teamsAttend internal and external meetings to gain latest information on clinical trials and other details pertaining to drug pipelineRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in pharmacy (BPharm) or Masters equivalent (MPharm)Registered with the Pharmacy Society of IrelandProven experience as a pharmacist in community pharmacy, hospital, clinical, medical information or industry settingDemonstrated solid written & verbal communication skills that provide accurate and efficient interpretation of complex clinical information translated and summarized for a diverse audienceProven previous experience in maintaining professional relationships with internal and external partnersDemonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)Preferred QualificationsAdvanced clinical training (e.g. Residency, Rotational Pharmacist), experience or master's programProven experience in US healthcare system and the role of pharmacy benefit managementDemonstrated strategic thinking and/or project management skillsPlease note you must currently be eligible to work and remain indefinitely without any restrictions in the country to which you are making an application. Proof will be required to support your application.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, race, and membership of the Traveller community, or any other characteristic protected by law. Optum is a drug‑free workplace. © 2026 Optum Services (Ireland) Limited. All rights reserved.
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