Pharmacy Technician II - Specialty Pharmacy

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A pediatric healthcare facility in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a Pharmacy Technician II for its Specialty Pharmacy. This position requires technical expertise to support the pharmacy by managing patient interactions, handling prescriptions, and overseeing prior authorizations. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and a pharmacy technician license along with relevant experience. Join a dedicated team focused on providing quality pharmaceutical care in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a pharmacy technician preferred.
• Board of Pharmacy technician license is required.
• Certification as a pharmacy technician or passing score on certification exam.

Responsibilities

• Accept prescriptions and document patient allergies.
• Serve as call center agent and assist callers.
• Prepare shipments to ensure drug stability.
• Monitor and manage insurance prior authorizations.
• Assist patients in finding reimbursement options.

Skills

Algebra proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of pharmacy technician program

Job description

Pharmacy Technician II - Specialty Pharmacy

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The Pharmacy Technician II – Specialty Pharmacy position exists to provide technical expertise in the specialty pharmacy. The position supports the pharmacy by making patient calls, working on prior authorizations, preparing medications for delivery, and completing technician-related duties. This role is primarily based in a call center role and will also staff in the Outpatient Pharmacy on a routine basis.

Overview

• Monday to Friday
• Between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM
• Hybrid (after 90 days)
• One day in office per week required

Essential Functions

• Accepts prescription, establishes billing/patient charges, documents patient’s allergies correctly, interprets and enters information regarding the outpatient prescription into the computer system
• Serves as call center agent: answers the telephone and assists caller or forwards to appropriate individual (pharmacist, pharmacy administration, etc.). Places outbound calls to patients to schedule prescription deliveries.
• Prepares shipments appropriately to ensure drug stability during transit.
• Acts as a prior authorization subject matter expert: monitor, follow-up with and record all insurance prior authorizations and re-authorizations required by payers to help ensure compliance and continuity of treatment. Helps support the appeal process to overturn insurance denials and/or benefit exclusions when needed.
• Works on patient’s behalf to identify and assess reimbursement coverage options for those with insurance and coordinate and/or investigate financial options for those without insurance.
• Manages pharmacy stock, including ordering and organizing and notifies pharmacist or inventory coordinators of any problems or concerns

Education Requirement

• High school diploma or equivalent

Licensure Requirement

Board of Pharmacy technician license

Certifications

• Completion of a pharmacy technician program, two years of experience as a pharmacy technician (preferably in a setting appropriate for the position, e.g. outpatient, hospital, etc.), experienced NCH Outpatient Pharmacy Technician in good standing, or a bachelor’s degree
• Certification as a pharmacy technician or documented passing score on certification exam prior to start date

Skills

Demonstrated skills in algebra by passing score on math competency administered on site.

Experience

Minimum 1 year of experience as a pharmacy technician preferred.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Machinery, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Sitting

FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Decision Making, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Problem solving, Squat/kneel

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Chemicals/Medications, Color vision, Computer skills, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Peripheral vision, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking

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The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EEO Statement

EEO M/F/Disability/Vet