Hybrid Pharmacy Prior Authorization Technician

Blue Shield of CA; Rancho Cordova (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, Intermediate to join the Pharmacy Prior Authorization team. You will handle outpatient pharmacy benefit inquiries from physicians, members, and staff, and report to the Supervisor, Pharmacy Services Operations.

The role emphasizes leadership development, multitasking, and flexible scheduling, with hybrid virtual work requiring occasional in-office presence based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus CA State Board approved Pharmacy Technician training, certification, or degree program.
• 3 years of pharmacy related experience.
• Strong phone and verbal communication skills along with active listening.

Responsibilities

• Resolve outpatient pharmacy benefit coverage inquiries for external customers and internal team members.
• Address prescription claim processing problems and communicate formulary guidelines and alternatives.

Skills

Phone communication

Active listening

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CA Pharmacy Technician training/certification/degree

Job description

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, Intermediate to join the Pharmacy Prior Authorization team. You will handle outpatient pharmacy benefit inquiries from physicians, members, and staff, and report to the Supervisor, Pharmacy Services Operations.

The role emphasizes leadership development, multitasking, and flexible scheduling, with hybrid virtual work requiring occasional in-office presence based on business needs.