Certified Pharmacy Technician

Integrated Resources Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in workforce solutions is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Richmond, Virginia. The role involves evaluating prior authorization requests, communicating with healthcare staff, and documenting outcomes in the pharmacy system. Ideal candidates will have pharmacy experience, certification, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in retail, hospital, or facility pharmacy setting required.
• Proficiency in computerized pharmacy systems and software applications required.
• Ability to follow clinical criteria and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and authorizes approval of pharmacy requests from prescribers.
• Communicates prior authorization criteria to medical staff.
• Researches and documents authorization outcomes in the pharmacy system.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Computerized Pharmacy Systems

Attention to Clinical Criteria

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification or License

Tools

Windows-based Software Applications

Job description

Integrated Resources, Inc., is led by a seasoned team with combined decades in the industry. We deliver strategic workforce solutions that help you manage your talent and business more efficiently and effectively. Since launching in 1996, IRI has attracted, assembled and retained key employees who are experts in their fields. This has helped us expand into new sectors and steadily grow.

Job Description

Job Description:

• Evaluates and authorizes approval of prior authorization pharmacy requests from prescribers received by telephone and/or facsimile using client clinical criteria. Determines appropriateness for medications. Communicates decision to physicians, physician’s office staff, medical management staff, and/or pharmacists.
• Communicates selected prior authorization criteria, pharmacy benefit coverage, and formulary alternatives to physicians, physician’s office staff, medical management staff, and/or pharmacists.
• Researches, resolves, and documents prior authorization outcomes in the pharmacy system.
• Escalates requests to Pharmacist when request requires extensive clinical review or denial.
• Researches, resolves, and documents physician or client inquiries and grievances. Provides verbal or written results to client, prescriber, provider, and/or management.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in retail, hospital, or facility pharmacy setting required .
• Proficiency in computerized pharmacy systems and software applications required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow clinical criteria and instructions
• Experience with Windows-based software applications.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification or License

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.