Regulatory & QA Pharmacy Tech: Prior Authorization

Children's Mercy KC; Missouri; On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Mercy is seeking a Prior Authorization Pharmacy Technician to help ensure timely access to prescription medications for patients, navigating insurance requirements, copay options, and manufacturer programs for uninsured patients. The role requires familiarity with prior authorization processes and Epic, and emphasizes a welcoming, inclusive workplace aligned with core values.

Seasonal influenza vaccination is a condition of employment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with 3-5 years experience in a pharmacy setting as a pharmacy technician.
• Associate's Degree with 1-2 years experience in a pharmacy setting as a pharmacy technician.

Responsibilities

• Procures and distributes medication orders per physician request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Provides education to staff related to medication preparation, controlled substances, 340b program and VFC program
• Maintains quality assurance and regulatory compliance for medication preparation areas.
• Oversees assigned procedures involving technician staff
• Conducts internal pharmacy audits of controlled substance transactions and 340b purchased drug dispenses

Education

HS diploma

Associate degree

Job description

Children's Mercy is seeking a Prior Authorization Pharmacy Technician to help ensure timely access to prescription medications for patients, navigating insurance requirements, copay options, and manufacturer programs for uninsured patients. The role requires familiarity with prior authorization processes and Epic, and emphasizes a welcoming, inclusive workplace aligned with core values.

Seasonal influenza vaccination is a condition of employment.