Pharmacy Technician (Pharm Tech) Medication Access Team

The Pharmacy Medication Authorization Technician evaluates and obtains medication authorizations for all patients. This may include authorizations covered under the medical benefit as well as the pharmacy benefit of a health insurance plan. The job may also require patient eligibility and investigation for pharmaceutical medication assistance programs. This job requires the application and interpretation of policies and procedures and the use of independent judgment in a patient care setting. The purpose is to support patients’ access to medications and ensure the minimum loss of revenue and maximum payment for medications. The ability to maintain a working knowledge of carrier contracts and changes as well as departmental policies and procedures is required. The Pharmacy Medication Authorization Technician is able to complete the duties of a general, cross-trained, and specialist pharmacy technician.

Demonstrates advanced technical skills and ownership for the work area.
Ability to work independently in work area with little oversight.
Applies professional knowledge while working in the specialized area of the pharmacy.

Continually seeks out additional training opportunities and stays abreast of new and changing information for these assigned areas.

Supports the training of new employees and participates in the creation and maintenance of training materials.

Prepares and delivers medications to patients and/or nursing units under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner.

• Demonstrates the ability to competently work in general and specialized areas of pharmacy practice.
• Participates in the training of new employees.
• Fills and delivers medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist/licensed independent practitioner.
• Policies and procedures are followed consistently.
• Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care.
• Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed.
• Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information.
• Ensures quality assurance is maintained according to departmental and legal requirements.
• Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: $20.68 - $32.05 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
Experience: 6 months minimum relevant experience required
License/Certification: Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required. CPhT credential through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required. For team members hired prior to February 1, 2020, certification as CPhT through NHA or PTCB is required by January 31, 2022.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs.

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