Remote Certified Pharmacy Technician - Prior Authorization

Dayton Childrens Hospital; Yellow Springs (OH); Remote; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician for a 100% remote role. You will evaluate and authorize prior authorization requests from prescribers using clinical criteria in a call center environment.

Responsibilities include evaluating and authorizing pharmacy requests based on clinical criteria, documenting outcomes, communicating formulary options, and escalating complex cases to a pharmacist per guidelines. A HS diploma, license, and national certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State registration/license required.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA) required.
• 1+ years of experience in retail or call center pharmacy environment required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and authorize approval of pharmacy requests based on clinical criteria, documenting prior authorization outcomes and communicating pharmacy benefit coverage and formulary alternatives.
• Determine the appropriateness of medications and communicate decisions to physicians, office staff, medical management, and pharmacists.
• Escalate requests requiring extensive clinical review to a pharmacist following clear guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or GED

State registration/license

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA)

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician for a 100% remote role. You will evaluate and authorize prior authorization requests from prescribers using clinical criteria in a call center environment.

Responsibilities include evaluating and authorizing pharmacy requests based on clinical criteria, documenting outcomes, communicating formulary options, and escalating complex cases to a pharmacist per guidelines. A HS diploma, license, and national certification are required.