Prior Authorization and Pharmacy Technician

White House Clinics; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO 4 weeks

401K with employer match

8 paid holidays

Flexible schedule

Job summary

White House Clinics is seeking a Prior Authorization Specialist/Pharmacy Technician for our Richmond Office. The role focuses on processing prior authorizations for medications, especially Medication-Assisted Therapy, while supporting pharmacy operations under pharmacist supervision.

The candidate will work closely with prescribers, patients, and insurers, perform basic dispensing tasks, and help maintain accurate patient records within the pharmacy system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with pharmacy prior authorizations preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit prior authorizations for MAT patients.
• Coordinate submission timelines to ensure timely care.
• Collaborate with prescribers, pharmacists, patients, and insurers.
• Assist in dispensing by compounding, counting, or preparing medications under supervision.
• Verify patient information and DOB on prescriptions.
• Maintain and update patient pharmacy records and labels.

Skills

Pharmacy processes

MAT knowledge

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pharmacy system

Job description

White House Clinics is seeking a Prior Authorization Specialist/Pharmacy Technician for our Richmond Office. White House Clinics employees enjoy a competitive wage and robust benefit package including:Employer Paid Health, Life & Disability Insurance4 Weeks of PTO401K Retirement Plan with up to 4% Employer Match8 Paid HolidaysAnd More!Many employees work alternative work schedules which allow them a day off during the week.At White House Clinics, we believe in providing our employees with opportunity for both personal and professional growth in a challenging and rewarding work environment. We recognize the contributions that each person makes to the team and value each person’s input as we work to deliver outstanding patient care. Join us today!PRIMARY FUNCTIONThe Prior Authorization Specialist / Pharmacy Technician support medication access and pharmacy operations, with a primary emphasis on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). This dual-role position will coordinate and process medication prior authorizations, work closely with prescribers, pharmacists, patients, and insurance plans to facilitate timely access to therapy, and assist with pharmacy technician responsibilities including prescription processing, insurance troubleshooting, medication preparation, and other pharmacy operations. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of pharmacy processes, excellent organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting patients receiving MAT and other essential medications.PRINCIPLE DUTIESComplete and submit prior authorizations for patients with an emphasis on patients receiving Medication-Assisted Therapies. Coordinate submission timelines to support timely care and treatment.Collaborate with care providers, pharmacists, patients, and insurance plans to ensure patient care services and therapies may be delivered in accordance with clinical care guidelines.Assist in the dispensing of prescriptions by compounding, mixing suspensions, counting medication, or pouring liquids as directed by and with oversight from the pharmacist.Check all prescriptions at drop off for completeness and accuracy, including verifying patient information and date of birth is on the prescription.Enter new patient data for new pharmacy patients and update changes in existing patients electronic pharmacy record.Enter prescription information into pharmacy system and prepare prescription labels.Assist with medication filing, receiving and shelving medications, and routine checks for outdated medications.Assist with medication and supply inventory control, ordering, and stock management. Also assists Financial Counselor/Enabling Services in ordering medication for indigent drug program.Provide non-drug information to patients and answers simple inquires.Operate cash register, preform transactions, and give patient proper receipts.Clean pharmacy equipment, utensils, and work area.Participate in staff development and educational activities, attend required meetings, and participate in departmental and organizational meetings as requested.Assist with other duties or in other departments as instructed by supervisor.ACCOUNTABILITYReport to the pharmacist in charge or the pharmacist supervising, and ultimately the Pharmacy Director.SUPERVISIONNone.TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in a pharmacy physically located within the clinic environment. Requires frequent contact with pharmacy staff, other health care professionals, and the public. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Position may include possible exposure to aggressive or violent patients, and requires the ability to work under stressful conditions, often for long periods of time.TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSRegular travel is not a requirement for this position.WORK HOURS37.5 hours per week, subject to wage and hour laws. Occasional overtime may be required.SALARYRanging from $15.04 - $22.81 per hour, based on experience.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability. The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work. The health center reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and the Center continues to maintain its status as an at-will employer.JOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum Education: High School Diploma or GEDMinimum Experience: No experience required, however candidates with prior pharmacy experience will be given preference.Required License: American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification.QualificationsPosition requires knowledge of pharmaceutical and related medical technology, metric and apothecary system of weights and measurements. It also requires knowledge in medical safety standards to assist in working with pharmaceutical substances, prescription drugs, and dispensing functions to check for correctness. Employee must possess skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Candidate must have the ability to read and interpret prescription information, understand and follow oral and written instructions, perform basic calculations, and communicate clearly.