Decentralized Pharmacy Tech: Discharge, Access & Adherence

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to process prescriptions, adjudicate third-party claims, and assist with medication fulfillment in hospital and clinic settings.

The role requires excellent communication, PA-registered/CPHT credentials, and at least a High School diploma with 3+ years of retail/outpatient pharmacy experience. Caring for patients and supporting multidisciplinary teams are core to this position.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required to interact with patients and families.
• Knowledge of pharmacy workflow, claims adjudication, and prior authorizations.
• CPhT certification required and active PA state registration.

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions through the pharmacy system and adjudicate third party claims.
• Assist with filling medication orders accurately and timely.
• Collect medication histories for reconciliation and participate in multidisciplinary rounds.
• Deliver medications to patients and coordinate with the pharmacy team on approvals and payments.
• Identify and communicate insurance coverage issues to pharmacists and Prior Authorization Team.
• Support inventory management and assist with co-pay card processing as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Pharmacy workflow knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CPhT certification

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to process prescriptions, adjudicate third-party claims, and assist with medication fulfillment in hospital and clinic settings.

The role requires excellent communication, PA-registered/CPHT credentials, and at least a High School diploma with 3+ years of retail/outpatient pharmacy experience. Caring for patients and supporting multidisciplinary teams are core to this position.