Specialty Pharmacy Tech — Complex Meds & Patient Support

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician in Specialty Pharmacy to support high-cost, high-touch medications. You will process specialty prescriptions, manage prior authorizations, and verify benefits to ensure timely patient access.

You will communicate with patients about therapy, dosage, and delivery, assist pharmacists with follow-up and clinical documentation, and navigate complex insurance programs with confidentiality and empathy.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacy technician in good standing as required by state law.
• Experience with specialty or retail pharmacy environments is preferred.
• Ability to learn new database systems quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Process specialty medication prescriptions accurately and promptly.
• Manage prior authorizations and benefits verification with insurers.
• Communicate with patients regarding therapy, dosage and delivery.
• Assist pharmacists with patient follow-up and clinical documentation.

Skills

Phone skills

Database navigation

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician License

CPT-EXCPT or CPT-PTCB or CPHT certification

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician in Specialty Pharmacy to support high-cost, high-touch medications. You will process specialty prescriptions, manage prior authorizations, and verify benefits to ensure timely patient access.

You will communicate with patients about therapy, dosage, and delivery, assist pharmacists with follow-up and clinical documentation, and navigate complex insurance programs with confidentiality and empathy.