Pharmacy Support Analyst

Cardinal Health; Annapolis (MD); Remote; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

FlexPay

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health seeks a Pharmacy Support Analyst to help eligible patients access medications through PAPs using Atrix software. You will work with patients, providers, and manufacturers to secure coverage and reduce patient costs within a hospital setting.

The role emphasizes communicating program details, managing applications, and maintaining compliance while coordinating with nurses, physicians, and pharmacy staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of healthcare, pharmacy, patient assistance, or related experience, preferred
• Knowledge of medications, disease states, and treatment options, preferred
• Experience working in hospitals, clinics, or healthcare settings, preferred
• Experience supporting low-income, underserved, or special-needs populations, preferred
• Familiarity with social service programs, charitable assistance organizations, or patient advocacy programs, preferred
• Experience working in high-volume environments, preferred

Responsibilities

• Identify patients who may qualify for Patient Assistance Programs and determine eligibility.
• Complete, submit, and manage applications for medication assistance programs.
• Recover medication costs for eligible patients who do not have third-party prescription coverage.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and hospital staff.
• Educate patients, physicians, and healthcare staff on program requirements, processes, and available resources.
• Maintain regular communication with patients, nurses, physicians, social workers, pharmacy personnel, and pharmaceutical representatives.
• Resolve application issues, denials, and missing documentation to help secure approvals.
• Research and identify alternative assistance resources for patients who do not qualify for manufacturer programs, including charitable organizations and community resources.
• Discuss available medication options with providers and patients based on program availability and access.
• Track and report recovered medication value for billing and program performance purposes.
• Ensure all patient information is handled in compliance with privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare system contacts to ensure program success and high-quality service.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Time management

Phone skills

Healthcare experience

Hospitals/clinics

Medication knowledge

Job description

US-Nationwide-FIELD

Full time

20189080

This is a remote position with University of Miami Health System.

Shift time is 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Eastern Time

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Support Analyst helps eligible patients obtain medications through pharmaceutical manufacturers' Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs). Using Atrix Assistance software and established assistance programs, this role works directly with patients, healthcare providers, and pharmaceutical companies to secure medication coverage for uninsured, underinsured, or low-income individuals.

This position plays a key role in reducing medication costs for patients and supporting healthcare system cost-containment efforts.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients who may qualify for Patient Assistance Programs and determine eligibility.
• Complete, submit, and manage applications for medication assistance programs.
• Recover medication costs for eligible patients who do not have third-party prescription coverage.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and hospital staff.
• Educate patients, physicians, and healthcare staff on program requirements, processes, and available resources.
• Maintain regular communication with patients, nurses, physicians, social workers, pharmacy personnel, and pharmaceutical representatives.
• Resolve application issues, denials, and missing documentation to help secure approvals.
• Research and identify alternative assistance resources for patients who do not qualify for manufacturer programs, including charitable organizations and community resources.
• Discuss available medication options with providers and patients based on program availability and access.
• Track and report recovered medication value for billing and program performance purposes.
• Ensure all patient information is handled in compliance with privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare system contacts to ensure program success and high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional telephone and interpersonal skills.
• 2-4 years of healthcare, pharmacy, patient assistance, or related experience, preferred
• Knowledge of medications, disease states, and treatment options, preferred
• Experience working in hospitals, clinics, or healthcare settings, preferred
• Experience supporting low-income, underserved, or special-needs populations.
• Familiarity with social service programs, charitable assistance organizations, or patient advocacy programs, preferred
• Experience working in high-volume environments, preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies basic concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform routine tasks
• Works on projects of limited scope and complexity
• Follows established procedures to resolve readily identifiable technical problems
• Works under direct supervision and receives detailed instructions
• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments

Anticipated hourly range: $27.30per hour - $35.10per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 12/12/2026*if interested in opportunity

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

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