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Prior Authorization Pharmacy Technician

Shields Health Solutions
Location
Remote
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Patient Support Center
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 1+ years as a Pharmacy Technician
  • High school diploma or GED
  • State registered pharmacy technician or commitment to obtain state license within 6 months of employment
  • National certification (PTCB or NHA) at time of hire or commitment to obtain within 9 months of employment
  • Solid computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to navigate pharmacy operating systems and electronic medical records
Nice to have
  • PTCB or NHA certification preferred but not required
What the job really is

The Prior Authorization Pharmacy Technician role involves supporting patient care by facilitating medication access through prior authorizations and collaborating with patients and funding sources for financial assistance. Daily tasks include communicating with insurance companies, navigating pharmacy systems, documenting patient interactions, and promoting medication adherence. The position also requires participation in process improvement initiatives and maintaining professional knowledge.

Things to weigh
  • Full-time schedule with occasional weekend rotation during busy/holiday seasons
  • Minimal travel may be required
  • Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through a pre-employment assessment
Job score2.6/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness5/5
Career value3/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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