Specialty Pharmacy Access Specialist

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an In-Clinic Specialty Medication Access Coordinator to coordinate access to complex therapies, manage authorizations, and support patients and providers across the network.

The role emphasizes on-site collaboration with MAO teams, payers, and manufacturers to ensure timely approvals and affordability, with a focus on improving continuity of care and reducing barriers to access.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Pharmacy Technician License (Massachusetts) required.
• PTCB National Certification required.
• 5 years related work experience in specialty pharmacy and prior authorizations.
• Proven track record with stakeholder relationships and driving service adoption.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site subject matter expert for prior authorizations and patient assistance.
• Manage pharmacy and medical benefit authorizations and formulary alternatives.
• Oversee insurance authorization and financial clearance for specialty meds.
• Coordinate patient enrollment in manufacturer or financial assistance programs.
• Lead Employee Variable Co-Pay Program and collaborate with manufacturers, PBMs, and specialty pharmacies.
• Deliver high-level customer service and proactive communication.
• Act as primary contact for benefits, clinical coordination and eligibility inquiries.
• Drive operational efficiency and quality improvement in clinic.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Prior authorizations

Stakeholder management

Patient access

Communication

Education

Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician License

PTCB Certification

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an In-Clinic Specialty Medication Access Coordinator to coordinate access to complex therapies, manage authorizations, and support patients and providers across the network.

The role emphasizes on-site collaboration with MAO teams, payers, and manufacturers to ensure timely approvals and affordability, with a focus on improving continuity of care and reducing barriers to access.