Medication Access & Renewal Coordinator

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Medication Support Specialist to assist with patient medication management and renewal requests. You will review guidelines, route to prescribers, and act as a patient resource for prescriptions, insurance procedures, and prior authorizations.

This hybrid role requires strong communication and knowledge of EMR systems. Candidates should have 1-2 years in a medical office or hospital setting and familiarity with e-forms and prior

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 1-2 years Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical record system(s) and Microsoft Outlook preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the clinic by assisting with patient medication management.
• Receives, reviews and facilitates requests for medication renewal.
• Reviews requests according to guidelines, pends the requests in the electronic medical record and routes to prescriber for review and signature.
• When electronic prescribing is not available, transmits prescription information to pharmacies by phone, fax, or paper.
• Acts as resource for patients on obtaining prescriptions, generic medications, prior approval requirements, insurance procedures and other medication-related issues.
• Completes medication prior authorization paperwork or e-Forms for signoff by the clinical care team in collaboration with the patient.
• Monitors progress of prior authorization status throughout the review process and updates appropriate parties.

Skills

Medication management

Communication skills

EMR knowledge

Prior authorization

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Outlook

Job description

Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Medication Support Specialist to assist with patient medication management and renewal requests. You will review guidelines, route to prescribers, and act as a patient resource for prescriptions, insurance procedures, and prior authorizations.

This hybrid role requires strong communication and knowledge of EMR systems. Candidates should have 1-2 years in a medical office or hospital setting and familiarity with e-forms and prior