Specialty Pharmacy Representative

Location Address:

920 E 28th St STE H2005 Minneapolis, MN 55407

Date Posted:

September 16, 2025

Department:

70007908 Community Pharmacy Abbott Northwestern Heart Hospital

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per 2-week pay period)
• 8-hour day & evening shifts, occasional weekends

Pre-employment Drug Screen: This role requires that all external and internal applicants successfully pass a drug test before beginning work. A positive test result and/or refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

Job Description:

Provides excellent customer service in a fast paced environment. Coordinates patient intake, coverage determination, payment coordination, and delivery methods to ensure seamless patient care for those obtaining specialty medications.

Principle Responsibilities

• Performs customer service.
  • Manages large call volumes.
  • Assists patients with any non-clinical questions and/or concerns.
  • Supports patient intake, accurately enters patient demographics, history and order information into the practice management system(s).
  • Completes referrals to specialty providers, home health, etc., where needed.
  • Arranges for the proper delivery of the medication when needed.
• Processes insurance.
  • Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits and records the information in Excellian.
  • Supports providers and payers to expedite prior authorizations and/or formulary exceptions when needed.
  • Helps facilitate financial support and prescription assistance for patients.
• Ensures Compliance
  • Tracks patients and medication utilization.
  • May participate in accreditation maintenance and monitoring of defined metrics.
  • May participate in safety and quality program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
• 0 to 2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical Training from an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program
• 2 to 5 years of experience with advanced knowledge of insurance processing, prior authorizations and formulary resolutions

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN Board of Pharmacy required upon hire
• Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required within 180 Days

Physical Demands

• Sedentary:
• Lifting weight Up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $24.08 to $33.00 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. 

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated we