Medication Access Coordinator II

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine seeks a Medication Access Coordinator II to coordinate prior authorizations and patient assistance for medications, ensuring timely access for patients. You will work with providers, insurers, and patients to gather documentation and verify requests comply with guidelines.

The role emphasizes collaboration, process improvement, and adherence to hospital policies, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Registration with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy required on hire.
• CPhT certification required by PTCB or NHA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate prior authorization and patient assistance for medications to ensure timely access.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to collect documentation.
• Analyze and review prior authorization/patient assistance requests for compliance with guidelines.
• Engage in process improvements to enhance efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Maryland Pharmacy Board registration

CPhT certification (PTCB or NHA)

Job description

Since 1983, Johns Hopkins Care at Home has provided safe, high-quality and cost-effective care in the home and community. Our team links care across multiple sites for patients, families and colleagues in an effort to restore, maintain and promote health and reduce the effects of disease and disability. As part of Johns Hopkins Medicine, we have access to the most innovative treatments and latest research, and we emphasize education and training among our team members. We also collaborate with doctors, nurses and specialists throughout Johns Hopkins Medicine to ensure continuity of your care.

The Medication Access Coordinator II coordinates the prior authorization and/or patient assistance program process for medications to ensure timely and appropriate patient access to prescribed therapies. Collaborates with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients to gather necessary documentation and information. Analyzes and reviews prior authorization and/or patient assistance program requests to ensure compliance with insurance guidelines and hospital policies. Engages in continuous process improvement to enhance efficiency and patient satisfaction.

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents
• Tell a friend and get paid with our Employee Referral Program Bonus!
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Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalency
• Registration with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy is required upon hire.
• CPhT certification required by the PTCB or NHA
• 2+ years of experience in pharmacy medical billing and/or insurance verification required

Shift and Schedule: Days; Remote

Salary Range: Minimum 20.53/hour - Maximum 33.90/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.