Pharmacy Technician

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to evaluate infusion medication requests and facilitate prior authorizations. The role emphasizes teamwork, timely patient care, and accurate completion of tasks in a 40-hour onsite schedule.

Ideal candidates will have SCBOP registration, PTCB or ExCPT certification, and strong communication abilities. This position is based at MUSC with standard ambulatory pharmacy operations and strict compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Current SCBOP registration required and must be maintained.
• Must obtain PTCB or ExCPT certification.
• 0–6 months of work experience as a pharmacy technician is referenced.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate infusion medication requests and facilitate prior authorizations.
• Provide safe and efficient patient care with timely completion of authorizations.
• Maintain accountability for assigned work metrics and follow-through on tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Accountability

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Tools

PTCB Certification

ExCPT Certification

SCBOP registration

Job description

Job Description Summary

Work with a team of pharmacists and other pharmacy technicians to evaluate infusion medication requests and facilitate the prior authorization process. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and time management skills, be able to work in a team environment to provide safe and efficient care to patients through timely completion of the prior authorizations, follow-through on all assigned tasks, be accountable for assigned work metrics, and a commitment to optimizing medication access for patients. Previous experience with completion of prior authorizations preferred.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000605 CHS - Pharmacy - Ambulatory (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Work with a team of pharmacists and other pharmacy technicians to evaluate infusion medication requests and facilitate the prior authorization process. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and time management skills, be able to work in a team environment to provide safe and efficient care to patients through timely completion of the prior authorizations, follow-through on all assigned tasks, be accountable for assigned work metrics, and a commitment to optimizing medication access for patients. Previous experience with completion of prior authorizations preferred.

This position is onsite and is not eligible for remote flexibility.

Additional Job Description

Education: High School Degree or Equivalent

Work Experience: 0-6 months
Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician by the State of South Carolina Board of Pharmacy (SCBOP)is required and must be maintained. Must obtain and maintain Pharmacy Technician Certification (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT)) certification:

• Team members as of 11/1/2023: within 1 year of 11/1/2023.
• New Team members as of 11/1/2023: within 6 months of hire.
• New team members who are enrolled or will enroll ina pharmacy technician training program accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and/or recognized by PTCB, have 30 days post program completion to obtain certification.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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