Pharmacy Technician Medication Access

Children's Hospital Colorado; Aurora (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital Colorado is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for Medication Access responsible for coordinating medication access, assisting with prior authorizations, and supporting the Transitional Care Management Program. This role requires a high school diploma and a pharmacy technician certification, with responsibilities in communication with insurance providers and assisting in pharmacy operations.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

403b employer match

Annual employee bonus program

Qualifications

• Two years of pharmacy technician experience required.
• Completion of pharmacy technician program may substitute for one year of experience.
• State of Colorado Pharmacy Technician Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with third-party insurance to process prior authorization requests.
• Prepares clinical documentation for prior authorizations accurately.
• Assists multi-disciplinary staff in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The Pharmacy Technician for Medication Access is primarily responsible for coordination of medication access for patients and families. This position also spends a portion of time performing the job duties of a Pharmacy Technician; under the direction of a licensed pharmacist and following established policies and procedures, performs a variety of technical procedures to support hospital inpatient or outpatient pharmacy operations.

This position will help support the expansion of the Transitional Care Management (TCM) Program. The TCM Program is an evidence-based care coordination intervention focused on the first 30 days following hospital discharge—a critical period for patients with medical complexity. This position will work in partnership with a Family Health Navigator to enhance care coordination for children with medical challenges. The employee in this role will assist in timely medication access, identify potential issues, and provide support to families and care teams during the transition period.

Additional Information

Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits

Shift: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm. This role also requires flexibility to assist with Pharmacy staffing and the hours may vary based on the needs of the department, whichmayalso include weekends.

This position is made possible by and is funded through third party grants and/or restricted funding. The length of the assignment is dependent on the grant program and on funding availability. Based on current funding, the anticipated end date for this assignment is 9/30/2026. This position will be reviewed and may be extended in accordance with the grant. Should this position be discontinued and/or eliminated for any reason, it is not eligible for severance.

Duties & Responsibilities
1. Communicates with third-party insurance, clinical staff, and patients/caretakers to effectively process prior authorization requests for medications within the prescribed timelines.
2. Accurately prepares clinical documentation for prior authorizations (ex: progress notes, laboratory results, diagnosis codes, history of previously tried therapies, history of doctor visits).
3. Accurately prepares clinical information for pharmacists and clinic staff to process medication refill renewal requests.
4. Enrolls eligible patients into manufacturer patient assistance and co-pay programs.
5. Provides information to patients/caretakers on healthcare insurance coverage opportunities available.
6. Collects and records patient’s home medication history, allergies, immunizations and medical diagnosis.
7. Assists multi-disciplinary staff in quality improvement initiatives and participates in departmental and hospital committees.
8. Performs general duties of a pharmacy technician including but not limited to;
9. Prepares unit-dose nonhazardous and hazardous medications and drug supplies for dispensing as directed by a licensed pharmacist
10. Restocks and delivers medications to patient care areas or clinics, as assigned, including automated dispensing machines; assists in resolving discrepancies
11. Prepares non-parenteral nonhazardous and hazardous

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION – High School Diploma or Equivalent
EXPERIENCE –Two (2) years of pharmacy technician experience
EQUIVALENCY –

• Completion of pharmacy technician program may substitute for one (1) year of the experience requirement. OR
• Completion of pharmacy technician program plus one (1) year of experience performing medication prior authorizations may substitute for two (2) years of pharmacy technician experience.

CERTIFICATION(S) –

• State of Colorado Pharmacy Technician (PHAT) Certification
• Certificate through a nationally recognized certification board or body approved by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcare Association (NHA)
• Billing and Reimbursement Certificate within 12 months of hire
  

Preferred Qualifications -

Salary Information
Hourly Wage Range: $23.53 to $35.30 (based on hours worked and years of experience).


Benefits Information
Here, you matter. As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.

As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.

Children’s Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.


EEO Statement
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.