Paul Kim

Clinical Pharmacist Prior Authorizations Optumrx · Unitedhealth Group

pharmacist Hilo, HI

Overview

Tenure
8 years
since Oct 2018
Gender
Male

Experience

Clinical Pharmacist Prior Authorizations OptumrxCurrent
Unitedhealth Group
Since Oct 2018 · 8 years · Hilo, HI

Education

University of Hawaii at Hilo - College of Pharmacy
2008 – 2012
University of California Berkeley
BA
1997 – 2002

Skills

Epiccare Inpatient Clinical System Windows Microsoft Office Pyxis Communication Skills Writing Legal Writing Legal Research Clinical Research Prescription Drugs Scientific Writing Physical Chemistry

About Unitedhealth Group

Industry
Insurance
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
5701 Katella Ave, Cypress, CA

Professional Overview

Paul Kim is a Clinical Pharmacist Prior Authorizations Optumrx, currently affiliated with Unitedhealth Group, based in Hilo, HI. As a pharmacist, Kim contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Hilo, HI. They have been with Unitedhealth Group for 8 years. Kim holds academic credentials, including BA, from University of Hawaii at Hilo - College of Pharmacy and University of California Berkeley. Core competencies include Epiccare Inpatient Clinical System, Windows, Microsoft Office, Pyxis, Communication Skills. Unitedhealth Group operates in the Insurance sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit pharmacist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to pharmacist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Hilo, HI healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Paul Kim is one of them.
  • 193 pharmacists are based in HI (out of 4,544 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2,679 contacts at Unitedhealth Group are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in HI: $123,000 – $187,000 (median $152,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in HI: Kaiser Permanente (14), Cvs Health (11), The Queen's Medical Center (10).
  • 3% of pharmacists in HI hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 72% of pharmacists in HI have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Paul Kim located?

Paul Kim is based in Hilo, HI. They are currently affiliated with Unitedhealth Group.

What is Paul Kim's specialty?

Paul Kim specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Clinical Pharmacist Prior Authorizations Optumrx.

Where does Paul Kim currently work?

Paul Kim currently works at Unitedhealth Group. They have been there for 8 years.

What is Paul Kim's educational background?

Paul Kim attended University of Hawaii at Hilo - College of Pharmacy and University of California Berkeley.

How do I contact Paul Kim for recruiting?

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What is the average salary for a pharmacist in HI?

pharmacists in HI typically earn $123,000 to $187,000 annually, with a median of $152,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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