Clinical Pharmacy Technician Sr - Remote

Lensa; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Clinical Pharmacy Technician Sr, where your expertise in pharmacy can make a significant impact. In this remote role, you'll evaluate and authorize pharmacy requests while communicating effectively with healthcare professionals. Your experience will help to ensure that patients receive the medications they need. This dynamic position offers the chance to mentor others and contribute to a positive team environment. If you're passionate about healthcare and want to be part of a team that makes a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years pharmacy experience required.
• Active pharmacy technician licensure or registration required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and authorizes prior authorization pharmacy requests.
• Communicates decisions to physicians and staff.
• Serves as a training resource and mentor.

Skills

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Proficiency in Pharmacy Software

Knowledge of Specialty Injectable Drugs

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Tools

MS Office

Pharmacy Software

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants! Be a part of Lensa, the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their careers. Our client, Prime Therapeutics, is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Technician Sr - Remote. Apply via Lensa today!

Our work matters. We help people get the medicine they need to feel better and live well. We do not lose sight of that. It fuels our passion and drives every decision we make.

Job Posting Title

Clinical Pharmacy Technician Sr - Remote

Job Description

Evaluates and authorizes approval of prior authorization pharmacy requests from prescribers received by telephone and/or facsimile using client clinical criteria.

Responsibilities

• Determines appropriateness for medications. Communicates decision to physicians, physician's office staff, medical management staff, and/or pharmacists. Researches, resolves, and documents prior authorization outcomes in pharmacy system.
• Communicates selected prior authorization criteria, pharmacy benefit coverage, and formulary alternatives to physicians, physician's office staff, medical management staff, and/or pharmacists.
• Escalates requests to Pharmacist when request requires extensive clinical review or denial.
• Monitors telephone system to ensure adequate staffing to maintain client service levels.
• Assesses training needs within the team. Serves as a training resource, mentor, and coach to others. Identifies and shares best practices.
• Demonstrates, advocates, and reinforces a positive team environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• GED or High School diploma required.
• Required CPT/ExCPT/LPT/PTCB/RPT, Pharmacy Technician, State Requirements - Pharmacy.
• Minimum of 2+ years pharmacy experience.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for work visa or residency sponsorship.

Additional Qualifications

• Active pharmacy technician licensure or registration in accordance with state requirements.
• If state does not require an exam for licensure/registration, must possess both active pharmacy technician licensure or registration and an active national certification (e.g., PTCB or ExCPT).
• Experience in specialty or retail pharmacy, reimbursement, or healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of specialty injectable drugs, disease states, health plan formulary management, medical terminology, and coding (J/Q codes, ICD-9, CMS 1500, etc.).
• Proficiency in pharmacy software and MS Office.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow clinical criteria and instructions for prior authorization requests.
• Minimum 2 years dispensing or retail experience required, or equivalent internal training.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain stationary for 50% of the time.
• Must be able to operate a computer and office equipment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Prime Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected classes.

For accommodations or questions, contact Human Resources at 1.866.469.1257 or email [e-mail].