In-Office Oncology Pharmacy Technician

US Oncology Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

US Oncology Inc. in Roanoke, VA seeks a Physician Dispensing Assistant/MID Tech I to support in-office dispensing of oral oncology medications under physician or pharmacist supervision.

You will handle data entry, patient records, billing in the pharmacy system, and ensure accurate labeling. You’ll assist with prior authorizations, patient financial assistance, inventory management, and patient follow-up while upholding infection control and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Retail pharmacy experience preferred for an entry-level role.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate recommended unless required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate patient records, including demographics, current medication list, disease states list, allergy list, insurance information, and prescription information.
• Utilize pharmacy management system to screen for drug interactions.
• Perform data entry, order processing, billing, and fulfillment within the pharmacy management system for prescriptions issued by oncology practice providers.
• Submit prior authorizations and manage them, coordinating closely with clinical staff to ensure quick turnaround times and approval.
• Troubleshoot Medicare Part B verification requirements.
• Research and obtain copay assistance to minimize or eliminate patients' out-of-pocket prescription costs.
• Assist with patient financial assistance through manufacturer or foundation programs for high-cost oral drugs.
• Communicate directly with providers and nursing staff to clarify unclear prescription details.
• Act as a resource for other staff on dispensing oral drugs.
• Manage dispensary inventory, including medication ordering, receipt of orders, organizing invoices, and reporting to wholesalers when medications are not received.
• Ensure that the most cost-effective drugs are ordered from vendors.
• Assist with drug recalls and expired or non-utilized drug returns.
• Prepare and label prescriptions and ensure they are checked for accuracy by a physician or pharmacist.
• Ensure prescriptions and paperwork are signed off by a physician or pharmacist.
• Obtain patient or patient representative signatures on all medications being dispensed.
• Maintain and file daily reports. Manage daily and monthly reporting within the pharmacy management system.
• Document all patient interactions in the EHR.
• Maintain prescription records and proactively self-audit to identify potential errors and reduce PBM audit risk.
• Assist with patient monitoring activities, including prescription refills, prescription adherence, and prescription persistence.
• Interact with patients regarding prescription dispensing, financial assistance, and patient follow-up.
• Maintain the safety of the MID by adhering to infection-control procedures, policies, and regulations.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate recommended

Job description

US Oncology Inc. in Roanoke, VA seeks a Physician Dispensing Assistant/MID Tech I to support in-office dispensing of oral oncology medications under physician or pharmacist supervision.

You will handle data entry, patient records, billing in the pharmacy system, and ensure accurate labeling. You’ll assist with prior authorizations, patient financial assistance, inventory management, and patient follow-up while upholding infection control and compliance standards.