Specialty Pharmacy Technician - Patient Access & Care

Optum; Cadillac (MI); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive programs

Stock purchase plan

401(k) contribution

Job summary

CPS Pharmacy Services at Cadillac Hospital (Optum) is hiring a Pharmacy Technician (Specialty Pharmacy) to support medication preparation, dispensing, and order entry under a pharmacist's supervision.

The role emphasizes processing prescriptions, coordinating with payers, and ensuring REMS and regulatory compliance while delivering high-touch patient support. Michigan licensure and national certification improve candidacy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• MI licensure/registration/certification required.
• National certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications under supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Process prescription orders and enter patient data into pharmacy systems.
• Assist pharmacists by gathering information and supporting workflow efficiency.
• Coordinate specialty medication prescriptions and prior authorizations with payers.
• Manage pharmacy procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.

Skills

Pharmacy technician

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MI Licensure/Registration/Certification

National Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CPS Pharmacy Services at Cadillac Hospital (Optum) is hiring a Pharmacy Technician (Specialty Pharmacy) to support medication preparation, dispensing, and order entry under a pharmacist's supervision.

The role emphasizes processing prescriptions, coordinating with payers, and ensuring REMS and regulatory compliance while delivering high-touch patient support. Michigan licensure and national certification improve candidacy.