Specialty Pharmacy Technician: Prior Authorization Expert

St. Charles Health System; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System in the United States is seeking a Specialty Pharmacy Technician to navigate patient prescriptions, handle prior authorizations, and assist with benefits investigations within the Pharmacy department.

This full-time daytime role supports the specialty pharmacist and coordinates fulfillment of orders while engaging with patients and providers. This position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and effective communication as you help patients access specialty medications

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Active Pharmacy Technician license (Oregon) or national certification.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Experience with prior authorizations and benefits investigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify insurance eligibility and pharmacy benefits.
• Assist with prior authorizations and appeals.
• Coordinate medication fulfillment with dispensing pharmacy.
• Support patient assistance programs and data collection.
• Maintain accurate patient records and KPI tracking.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Benefits investigation

Prior authorization experience

Independent work

Education

Pharmacy Technician license (Oregon Board of Pharmacy)

PTCB or NHA certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Job description

St. Charles Health System in the United States is seeking a Specialty Pharmacy Technician to navigate patient prescriptions, handle prior authorizations, and assist with benefits investigations within the Pharmacy department.

This full-time daytime role supports the specialty pharmacist and coordinates fulfillment of orders while engaging with patients and providers. This position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and effective communication as you help patients access specialty medications