Pharmacy Technician Medication Access

Job Overview

The Pharmacy Technician for Medication Access is primarily responsible for coordination of medication access for patients and families. This position also spends a portion of time performing the job duties of a Pharmacy Technician; under the direction of a licensed pharmacist and following established policies and procedures, performs a variety of technical procedures to support hospital inpatient or outpatient pharmacy operations.

The Pharmacy Technician Medication Access in this role will support our ambulatory clinics. The programs and clinics we offer provide a comprehensive way to address several conditions in a convenient and thorough manner. By bringing together experts from different departments in these specialized programs and clinics, we can provide our patients and families with a holistic way to treat skin conditions and address every aspect related to each condition.

Our extraordinary team at Children's Hospital Colorado is creating the future of child health, and we need top talent to do it. Join us!

Department:
Pharmacy Shared Services

Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm. This position may allow for the occasional opportunity to work from home. This is dependent upon the successful completion of department on-boarding/training, offsite workload and job performance/competence.

• Communicates with third‑party insurance, clinical staff, and patients/caretakers to effectively process prior authorization requests for medications within the prescribed timelines.
• Accurately prepares clinical documentation for prior authorizations (ex: progress notes, laboratory results, diagnosis codes, history of previously tried therapies, history of doctor visits).
• Accurately prepares clinical information for pharmacists and clinic staff to process medication refill renewal requests.
• Enrolls eligible patients into manufacturer patient assistance and co‑pay programs.
• Provides information to patients/caretakers on healthcare insurance coverage opportunities available.
• Collects and records patient's home medication history, allergies, immunizations and medical diagnosis.
• Assists multi‑disciplinary staff in quality improvement initiatives and participates in departmental and hospital committees.
• Performs general duties of a pharmacy technician including but not limited to;
  • Prepares unit‑dose nonhazardous and hazardous medications and drug supplies for dispensing as directed by a licensed pharmacist.
  • Restocks and delivers medications to patient care areas or clinics, as assigned, including automated dispensing machines; assists in resolving discrepancies.
  • Prepares non‑parenteral nonhazardous and hazardous medications for dispensing including controlled substances; delivers medications.

• EDUCATION - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Two (2) years of pharmacy technician experience
  • Previous prior authorization experience preferred.
• EQUIVALENCY
  • Completion of pharmacy technician program may substitute for one (1) year of the experience requirement.
  • Completion of pharmacy technician program plus one (1) year of experience performing medication prior authorizations may substitute for two (2) years of pharmacy technician experience.
• CERTIFICATION(S) -
  • State of Colorado Pharmacy Technician (PHAT) Certification
  • Certificate through a nationally recognized certification board or body approved by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) such as the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcare Association (NHA)

Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

Hourly Range: $23.54 to $35.31

Here, you matter. As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education…