Medication Affordability Pharmacy Technician II

Indiana University Health; Indiana; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II to help patients access affordable medications and navigate assistance programs. You will work closely with pharmacists, providers, and patients to reduce cost barriers and improve adherence.

Responsibilities include enrolling patients in patient assistance programs, verifying eligibility, submitting applications, and documenting all interactions in the pharmacy system. Strong math, communication, and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Indiana Pharmacy Technician license is required.
• Pharmacy Technician certification is required.
• Certification required unless enrolled in college program.
• Intern/extern license eligibility acceptable if enrolled in college.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients in enrolling in manufacturer-sponsored assistance programs.
• Verifies eligibility criteria for assistance programs and maintains documentation.
• Completes and submits patient assistance applications on behalf of patients.
• Tracks application status and follows up with manufacturers, insurers, and patients.
• Educates patients on available financial assistance options and guides them through the process.
• Responds to patient inquiries regarding medication costs and program requirements.
• Documents all interactions in the pharmacy system.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

Effective communication

Customer service

Typing

Microsoft Office

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Indiana Pharmacy Technician License

Pharmacy Technician National Certification

Intern/extern license eligibility

Job description

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

Description

The Medication Affordability Pharmacy Technician II supports patients in accessing affordable medications by coordinating financial assistance programs, managing applications, and ensuring compliance with program requirements. This role works closely with pharmacists, providers, and patients to reduce medication cost barriers and improve adherence.

• Assists patients in enrolling in manufacturer-sponsored patient assistance programs, copay cards, and other financial aid resources.
• Verifies eligibility criteria for assistance programs and maintains accurate documentation.
• Completes and submits patient assistance applications on behalf of patients.
• Tracks application status and follows up with manufacturers, insurers, and patients as needed.
• Educates patients on available financial assistance options and guides them through the process.
• Responds to patient inquiries regarding medication costs and program requirements.
• Works with pharmacists, prescribers, and insurance specialists to ensure timely medication access.
• Documents all interactions and program activities in the pharmacy system or designated software.

Requirements

• 2+ years relevant experience preferred.
• Requires the absence of criminal history related to the ability to work with drugs.
• Requires strong mathematical calculation skills.
• Requires working knowledge and skills as a pharmacy technician in assigned areas and ability to work within established procedures under moderate supervision.
• Requires effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires effective customer service skills.
• Requires intermediate proficiency typing and using Microsoft Office applications. High School Diploma or GED required.
• Requires Indiana Pharmacy Technician License OR intern/extern license if enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy.
• Pharmacy Technician National Certification required unless enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy.