Ambulatory Rx Assistance Pharmacy Technician

Carle Health•Champaign, IL

8d•$18 - $30

About The Position

The Ambulatory Rx Assistance Pharmacy Technician provides prescription assistance for patients across the system in a number of ambulatory settings, including but not limited to infusion suites/expanded care, ambulatory clinics, and upon discharge from inpatient admission. This multi-faceted role requires expertise in Pharmacy and Billing with an understanding of Case Management and Social Work and facilitates financial assistance for patients related to prescription medications.

Requirements

Must become a Certified Pharmacy Technician within 2 years of your license issue date.
Must obtain your Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) license within 60 days of applying.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a related field is preferred.
Student pharmacists and technicians licensed before 1/1/2008 are exempt and do not need to get certified.

Responsibilities

Assess patients to identify prescription assistance needs and connect them with appropriate resources, manufacturer assistance, copay cards, and coupons.
Identify qualified patients, secure necessary paperwork, and facilitate enrollment in medication assistance programs.
Oversee the execution of assistance programs, including product replenishment, co-pay reimbursements, payment arrangements, and foundational assistance.
Submit and manage prescription prior authorizations with health insurance providers.
Contact community agencies, insurance companies, and pharmacies to gather information and coordinate care.
Monitor the posting of payments and reimbursements for medical benefit drugs to ensure assistance is successfully secured.
Collaborate with RN care coordinators, social workers, and pharmacists to build and execute a prescription plan for discharging patients.
Inform the patient and care team of the planned prescription assistance strategy.
Document all interactions and completed work accurately in the Epic Systems electronic health record, strictly adhering to the CM107 documentation policy.
Strictly follow the One Time Prescription Assistance Protocol for patients being discharged from the hospital.
Track, monitor, and report performance and financial metrics to your supervisor in a timely manner.