Pharmacy Technician - Medication Assistance Program

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the Medication Assistance Program at University Hospital. The role supports pharmacists by preparing and dispensing medications, ensuring inventory accuracy, and maintaining documentation to assist patients who may need financial assistance.

Work involves collaboration with nursing and medical staff, coordination with financial counselors, and adherence to PMAP guidelines to improve patient access to medications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PMAPs, pharmaceutical terminology, insurance coverage and prior authorization processes.
• Familiarity with patient financial counseling and pharmacy formulary information.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed pharmacist in dispensing and preparing medications.
• Package and label moderately to complex medications and manage inventory levels.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation; ensure medications are in date and secure.
• Support PMAP initiatives and coordinate with clinical staff and financial counselors.

Skills

Pharmacy terminology

Insurance coordination

Customer service

Documentation/record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ohio Pharmacy Technician registration

Job description

## Pharmacy Technician - Medication Assistance ProgramApplylocations: University Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R155105Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Pharmacy Technician - Medication Assistance Program## Department:Retail Rx | OSU Outpatient Pharmacy Doan**Scope of Position** This position functions to assist the licensed pharmacist in providing pharmaceutical services to patients, as well as providing necessary services and information to nursing and medical staff. These services include preparation and packaging of moderately, complex medications, distribution of advanced medications, supplies and equipment, maintaining proper inventory levels, ensuring medications are in date and secure, and keeping appropriate records and documentation. This position is also responsible for supporting initiatives of area managers. **Position Summary** The Medication Assistance Program Dispensing Pharmacy Technician is knowledgeable about PMAPs, pharmaceutical terminology, insurance coverage (limitations, requirements, eligibility, pharmacy formulary, prior authorization, coordination of benefits etc.), available community and national resources, ICD-10 codes, and determinants of financial need. Displays an understanding of pharmaceutical terminology (brand, generic, dose, route, etc.). They provide all customers (patients and clinicians) with accurate and up-to-date information and work closely with financial counselors and clinical staff to assist patients who otherwise cannot afford medication to gain access to therapy.**Minimum Qualifications****For Hire:*** High school diploma or equivalent.* Minimum age: 18 years.* Registered or eligible for pharmacy technician registration in Ohio. Pharmacy Technician Trainees must submit all required documentation to the Ohio Board of Pharmacy at least 10 business days before start date.**Ongoing:*** Maintain Registered Pharmacy Technician status with Ohio Board of Pharmacy. Pharmacy Technician Trainees must obtain Registered Pharmacy Technician status within 1.5 years of hire.* Continues to meet departmental competency requirements and pharmacy standards of employee conduct.## Additional Information:***The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.***## Location:University Hospital - Doan Hall (0089)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**Varying Shifts***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***