Pharmacy Technician - Patient Medication Advocate

Details

• Department: Ascension Pharmacy Services
• Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday, Days
• Location: Remote

Tennessee Registered Pharmacist Technician Registration needed for this role and PTCB or NHA Certification

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

Identify and assist patients with financial needs for medication access.

• Identify patients with financial needs for medication access and consult with patients and team members to assist in gaining access.
• Search for assistance programs based on financial and insurance status, and register patients when necessary, including reading and translating medication scripts.
• Assist team members with relationship/account management.
• Follow up with manufacturers to ensure completion of medication delivery.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Pharmacy Tech preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience,

if applicable. Additional Preferences

• Preferred experience with specialty medications, completing prior authorizations and financial assistance, including patient assistance programs, copay cards, grants.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with ability to navigate multiple on-line platforms in a virtual environment.

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