Pharmacy Technician

in Healthcare Contract

Job Detail

  • Experience Level Mid Level
  • Degree Type High School Diploma / GED
  • Employment Temporary
  • Working Type On Site
  • Job Reference 0000008069
  • Salary Type Hourly
  • Industry Healthcare
  • Selling Points

    Opportunity to work with a well-known hospital for a possible temp-to-perm position!

Job Description

Responsibilities/Job Duties: 

 

  • Review prior authorization requests and units for medications requested under the medical benefit  
  • Assess provider-submitted clinical information for clinical appropriateness based on predetermined clinical criteria  
  • Telephonic/ fax/ mail notification to members and providers of authorization decisions 
  • Ensure prior authorization reviews are conducted in time frames set forth by CMS and/or NYSDOH 
  • Establish great rapport with Provider offices via telephonic communication  
  • Send Providers requests for information sheets 
  • Ensure that patient information is always shared appropriately maintaining confidentiality and compliance with federal/HIPAA regulations 
  • Additional duties as assigned 

 

Qualifications: 

  • Pharmacy Technician in the state with a certificate in good standing 
  • Minimum of 1-year experience conducting prior authorization reviews 
  • Strong clinical background 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English 
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills 
  • Team player with a passion for learning and interest in growing skills in a dynamic environment with various opportunities 
  • Strong telephonic communication skills 
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