Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician - Prior Authorization Tech

IHA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Trinity Health in Grand Rapids is seeking an Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician to support a centralized Prior Authorization Clinic serving our West Michigan Medical Group practices. The role involves resolving and appealing prior authorization requests and helping patients access medications.

This position may also provide support to other ambulatory pharmacy clinics as needed, with focus on collaboration within multidisciplinary healthcare teams and adherence to licensure requirements in Michigan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a formal Pharmacy Technician training program is preferred.
• Licensed Michigan LPhT and nationally certified CPhT, or eligible to obtain national certification within six months.
• Minimum of one year of pharmacy work experience required; experience in multiple healthcare settings preferred.
• Previous experience working within multidisciplinary healthcare teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support a centralized Prior Authorization Clinic serving Trinity Health Medical Group practices throughout West Michigan.
• Resolve and appeal prior authorization requests and support medication access for patients.
• Provide support to other ambulatory pharmacy clinics as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal Pharmacy Technician training program

LPhT licensure in Michigan

CPhT certification

Eligible to obtain national certification within six months

Job description

Ambulatory Pharmacy Technician – Full Time, 40 Hours, Day Shift

Great opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician professional to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Description

The Pharmacy Technician will primarily support a centralized Prior Authorization Clinic serving Trinity Health Medical Group practices throughout West Michigan. Responsibilities include resolving and appealing prior authorization requests and supporting medication access for patients. The technician may also provide support to other ambulatory pharmacy clinics as needed.

Highlights

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 403(b) retirement plan.
• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
• Trinity Health is a partnership of hospitals, physicians, and other healthcare professionals throughout West Michigan. We work together to strengthen the care in our communities while providing patients access to a broad network of specialists and advanced services.
• This position supports patients and providers across Trinity Health Medical Group practices located throughout the greater Grand Rapids area and along the Lakeshore.

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Technician will primarily support a centralized Prior Authorization Clinic serving Trinity Health Medical Group practices throughout West Michigan. Responsibilities include resolving and appealing prior authorization requests and supporting medication access for patients. The technician may also provide support to other ambulatory pharmacy clinics as needed.

What The Pharmacy Technician Will Need

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal Pharmacy Technician training program preferred.
• Licensed Pharmacy Technician in the State of Michigan (LPhT) and nationally certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), or eligible to obtain national certification within six months of hire with prior pharmacy technician experience.
• Minimum of one year of pharmacy work experience required; experience in multiple healthcare settings preferred.
• Previous experience working within multidisciplinary healthcare teams preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.