Pharmacy Technician Specialty

Overview

Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Monday-Friday 8 : 30AM-5PM

Full Time Benefits

Receives and processes prescription referrals received by the Specialty Pharmacy including data entry, insurance processing, and prior authorization completion for specialty medications . Understands pharmacy benefit and medical benefit claims submission process for reimbursement of prescription medication s . Communicates with patients / caregivers, insurance company representatives, and other members of the healthcare team for patients to initiate and continue therapy.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

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With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Assess individual patient needs and match them with UnityPoint at Home services; coordinate with the home care team as needed.

Process incoming prescription orders, verify benefits, and obtain authorization for specialty medications.

Run test claims through pharmacy software to determine insurance options; communicate with patients, caregivers, and healthcare team.

Specialize in specialty pharmacy services while maintaining basic knowledge of all service lines.

Initiate and coordinate prior authorization requests; follow up with third-party payers.

Collect insurance information, run test claims, and obtain medical records for prior authorizations.

Re-verify eligibility and benefits at the start of a new benefit year.

Provide customer service and coordinate medication delivery via calls, email, and messaging.

Use pharmacy dispensing software and electronic health records to manage patient information.

Maintain positive relationships with providers and referral sources.

Ensure excellent customer service and uphold UPAH's high-quality standards.

Stay informed about relevant regulations and maintain compliance.

Perform patient follow-up calls as directed.

Participate in on-call duties, including weekends and holidays.

Refer clinical questions to appropriate staff; perform other duties as needed.

Maintain regular attendance and adhere to company mission, vision, and values.

Comply with OSHA, accreditation standards, risk management guidelines, and personnel policies.

Complete communication tasks promptly and professionally; stay informed about UnityPoint at Home programs and initiatives.

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Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

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