Specialty Pharmacy Tech - PA & Benefits Focus

UnityPoint Health; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $3,000

Full-time benefits

Job summary

UnityPoint Health seeks a Specialty Pharmacy Technician to receive and process prescription referrals for specialty medications, verify benefits, obtain prior authorizations, and coordinate with patients and the healthcare team.

You will work Monday–Friday with a 8:30 AM–5:00 PM schedule and contribute to high-quality patient care while utilizing pharmacy software and EHR systems. A valid Iowa license and one year of medical experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year medical experience preferred (home health or pharmacy).
• Registered Pharmacy Technician with Iowa Board of Pharmacy (or technician trainee).
• Valid driver’s license when driving for work.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process prescription referrals for specialty medications.
• Verify benefits and obtain prior authorizations.
• Run test claims to determine insurance options and communicate with patients and care teams.
• Maintain knowledge of pharmacy and medical benefit claims submission for reimbursement.
• Use dispensing software and EHR to manage patient information and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

UnityPoint Health seeks a Specialty Pharmacy Technician to receive and process prescription referrals for specialty medications, verify benefits, obtain prior authorizations, and coordinate with patients and the healthcare team.

You will work Monday–Friday with a 8:30 AM–5:00 PM schedule and contribute to high-quality patient care while utilizing pharmacy software and EHR systems. A valid Iowa license and one year of medical experience are preferred.