Pharmaceutical

Pharmacy Technician

Contract

Strategic Staffing Solutions

Pharmacy Technician

Location:
Detroit, MI
Setting: Hybrid
Contract: 6 Months
Pay rate:
20-22/hr

“Beware of scams. S3 never asks for money during its onboarding process.”

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • 1. Answer telephones in an efficient and timely manner to lend appropriate assistance to providers
  • 2. Triage prior authorization requests under the supervision of a Clinical Pharmacist.
  • 3. Assists in maintaining pharmacy prior authorization criteria used in the adjudication of pharmacy/specialty claims.
  • 4. Analyzing written inquiries which lends to entry and updating of pharmacy authorizations into the claims system.
  • 5. Communicate coverage determination status to physicians and/or members and effectuate such decisions within the authorization tool.
  • 6. Troubleshoot problems, inquiries, and new processing procedures for coverage determinations.
  • 7. Assist with internal control systems and regulations compliance.
  • 8. Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • 1. High School Graduate of GED equivalent required. Two (2) years of college preferred.
  • 2. Two (2) years experience in retail or hospital Pharmacy required.
  • 3. Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB) preferred
  • 4. Knowledge of prescription drug names, therapeutic classes and claims processing
  • 5. Experience with Medicare Part D prescription benefits may be preferred for some positions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • 1. Expert knowledge of pharmacy claims processing
  • 2. Understanding of formularies and utilization management edits
  • 3. Familiarity with pharmaceutical manufacturers and product/cost information
  • 4. Computer Literate (Microsoft Office Products).

Job ID: JOB-237923
Publish Date: 16 Sep 2024

Tagged as: Pharmacy Technician