Remote Pharmacy Technician – Prior Authorization Specialist

Actalent; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a fully remote Pharmacy Technician based in the United States. The role evaluates prior authorization requests, reviews medication requests, and communicates coverage decisions. You will document outcomes, research inquiries, and escalate cases needing pharmacist review.

Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and an active Pharmacy Technician license/registration. 1–2 years of prior authorization experience is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Active Pharmacy Technician license/registration (CPT/ExCPT/LPT/PTCB/RPT).
• 1-2 years of prior authorization experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate prior authorization requests received via portal, fax, and mail using client clinical criteria.
• Review medication requests and communicate coverage decisions.
• Document outcomes, research, resolve inquiries, and escalate cases to a pharmacist for extensive clinical review.

Skills

Attention to detail

Prior authorization experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Active Pharmacy Technician license/registration (CPT/ExCPT/LPT/PTCB/RPT)

Job description

Actalent is seeking a fully remote Pharmacy Technician based in the United States. The role evaluates prior authorization requests, reviews medication requests, and communicates coverage decisions. You will document outcomes, research inquiries, and escalate cases needing pharmacist review.

Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and an active Pharmacy Technician license/registration. 1–2 years of prior authorization experience is required.