Technician I, Prior Authorizations

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC); Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Technician I, Prior Authorizations, to handle inbound calls from providers, pharmacies, members, and more with professional care. You will document reviews, escalate to pharmacists, and support appeals while maintaining timely records.

You will also assist with outbound calls, processing Prior Auths via fax/ePA, and respond to inquiries. A strong emphasis on regulatory adherence and clear communication is required.

Qualifications

• 6 months of Customer Service/Pharmacy Technician experience.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Overtime and travel may be required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Enter prior authorization requests from healthcare providers ensuring documentation is complete and accurate.
• Verify insurance coverage to determine if prior authorization is required for procedures, treatments, or medications.
• Review medical records to assess medical necessity and appropriateness of requested services.
• Assist in preparation and submission of appeals for denied prior authorization requests with supporting documentation.
• Document patient details, medical codes, and prior authorization status in electronic systems.
• Communicate with team members to identify process inefficiencies and propose improvements to streamline operations.
• Communicate with healthcare providers to obtain information and relay prior authorization decisions or requirements.
• Stay updated on regulations, medical coding guidelines, and changes in prior authorization requirements through training.

Skills

Customer Service

Pharmacy Technician Experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

The Technician I, Prior Authorizations takes in-bound calls from providers, pharmacies, members, etc providing professional and courteous phone assistance to all callers through the criteria based prior authorization process. Maintains complete, timely and accurate documentation of reviews. Transfers all clinical questions, escalations and judgement calls to the pharmacist team.

The Tech I will also assist with other duties as needed to include but not limited to: outbound calls, reviewing and processing Prior Auth’s received via fax and ePA, monitoring and responding to inquiries via department mailboxes and other duties as assigned by the leadership team.

Additional Responsibilities to include but not limited to the following:

• Enters prior authorization requests submitted by healthcare providers, ensuring all required documentation is complete and accurate.
• Verifies insurance coverage to determine if prior authorization is required for specific medical procedures, treatments, or medications.
• Inspects medical records and clinical documentation to assess the medical necessity and appropriateness of the requested services or treatments.
• Assists in the preparation and submission of appeals for denied or rejected prior authorization requests, including gathering necessary supporting documentation.
• Documents relevant information into electronic systems, including patient details, medical codes, and prior authorization status.
• Communicates with team members and supervisors to identify process inefficiencies and propose solutions to streamline prior authorization operations.
• Communicates with healthcare providers to obtain additional information, clarify documentation, and communicate prior authorization decisions or requirements.
• Maintains awareness of updated industry regulations, medical coding guidelines, and changes in prior authorization requirements by participating in training sessions and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Ensures adherence to regulatory guidelines, company policies, and industry standards during the prior authorization process.

Required Qualifications

• 6 months of Customer Service/Pharmacy Technician Experience
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Colleague will be required to work mandatory overtime/extended work week when needed
• Colleague will be required to travel when needed
• Effectively manage work volume by handling inbound calls/fax requests utilizing appropriate courteous and professional behavior based upon established standards.
• Comply with departmental, company, state, and federal requirements when processing all information to ensure accuracy of information being provided to internal and external customers.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent GED

Physical Requirements

• Long periods of sitting (up to 100%)
• Talking on the phone for extended periods of time (90-100%)
• Reading a computer screen for extended periods of time (100%)

WORK ENVIRONMENT (Home Office)

Employee has a workspace that ensures compliance with CVS Health privacy and security policies and procedures. Information on computer screen must not be accessible or viewable by others. Telephone conversations involving confidential information must not be audible to others present in the home. Any CVS equipment or documents may not be accessible by others inside or outside of business hours. When a computer is not in use, it should remain locked or off, so confidential information is secure.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is

$17.00 - $28.46

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great Benefits For Great People

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 08/28/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.