Sameen Ghani

Prior Authorization Pharmacist · Unitedhealth Group

pharmacist Niles, IL

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
10 years
since Jan 2016

Experience

Prior Authorization PharmacistCurrent
Unitedhealth Group
Since Jan 2016 · 10 years · Niles, IL

Education

Midwestern University (Il)
Doctorates
2011 – 2015

Skills

Medication Therapy Management Pharmacology Pharmacists Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel Clinical Research Microsoft Word Powerpoint Healthcare Research Patient Counseling Teamwork Patient Safety Customer Service Pharmacy Patient Education

About Unitedhealth Group

Industry
Insurance
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
Niles, IL

Professional Overview

Sameen Ghani is a Prior Authorization Pharmacist, currently affiliated with Unitedhealth Group, based in Niles, IL. As a pharmacist, Ghani contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Niles, IL. They have been with Unitedhealth Group for 10 years. Ghani holds academic credentials, including Doctorates, from Midwestern University (Il). Core competencies include Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacology, Pharmacists, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel. 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 Niles, IL 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. Sameen Ghani is one of them.
  • 2,409 pharmacists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2,679 contacts at Unitedhealth Group are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in IL: $110,000 – $167,000 (median $136,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in IL: Walgreens (287), Cvs Health (146), Walmart (62).
  • 2% of pharmacists in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 78% of pharmacists in IL have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sameen Ghani located?

Sameen Ghani is based in Niles, IL. They are currently affiliated with Unitedhealth Group.

What is Sameen Ghani's specialty?

Sameen Ghani specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Prior Authorization Pharmacist.

Where does Sameen Ghani currently work?

Sameen Ghani currently works at Unitedhealth Group. They have been there for 10 years.

What is Sameen Ghani's educational background?

Sameen Ghani attended Midwestern University (Il).

How do I contact Sameen Ghani for recruiting?

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What is the average salary for a pharmacist in IL?

pharmacists in IL typically earn $110,000 to $167,000 annually, with a median of $136,000. 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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