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Medication Assistance/Prior Authorization Pharmacy Tech Specialist - Pharmacy - UH Truman Medical Center (5 days per week; 8:00a-5:00p; Mon-Fri)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Pharmacy Inpatient UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Pharmacy Technician: Specialist is a highly skilled, technical role with consistent demonstration of competency and performance at an advanced level. Pharmacy technicians will work with pharmacists and pharmacy leadership to support efficient organizational processes. Pharmacy technicians will problem solve and assist with workflow optimization to ensure effective patient care under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Detailed responsibilities vary by advanced role.
Minimum Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent credential
• Demonstrated 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Has successfully passed the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and maintains certification
• Technical skills required to operate pharmacy systems
• Verbal communications skills required to discuss work issues and tasks with co-workers
• If driving is a requirement for the employee, he/she must meet the requirements specified in the Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy and must continue to meet these requirements as a condition of employment
• Demonstrated experience with pharmacy operations, supply chain, prior authorizations, customer service, or sterile compounding based on the role.
Preferred
• Detailed understanding of processes based on advanced role: Pharmacy Supply Chain, Pharmacy Operations, Health System IT Operations, Prior Authorizations, Health System reimbursement and finance, Sterile Compounding (hazardous and non-hazardous).
• Completion of multiple PTCB certifications
• 3+ years of experience as a Certified Pharmacy Technician or equivalent
• Ability to take initiative in follow-up and problem solving
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, including Microsoft Excel