Medication Access Specialist

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Middleton, WI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Work Schedule : 100% FTE. Monday – Friday. Hours vary 8:00AM – 6:00PM. Hours may vary based on the needs of the department. This is a hybrid position. When working on site, you will work at the Pharmacy Services Building in Middleton, WI. Be part of something remarkable Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Medication Access Specialist to: Collaborate with providers, pharmacists, and clinic staff to resolve complex insurance issues for patients. Deliver excellent customer service to both internal and external customers. Foster strong teamwork and collaboration within the department. Enjoy a great schedule with no weekends or holidays. At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being. Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement. UW Health Pharmacy Services Building – a non-clinical location in Middleton that houses nearly 100 Pharmacy professionals. These employees perform various services and duties, including pharmacy administration, Pharmacy Technician Training Program, pharmacy primary care services, medication prior authorization, sterile and non-sterile compounding, specialty/mail service program and call center. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• 1 year of experience in a healthcare, business, finance, or insurance related field Required
• Wisconsin Pharmacy Technician Registration Upon Hire Required

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in Health Science, Business or a related field Preferred
• 2 years of experience in Healthcare Revenue Cycle that includes prior authorization Preferred
• 2 years of experience in preadmission/precertification Preferred
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD coding highly desired Preferred
• Knowledge of Medicare and third-party payer regulations and guidelines highly desired Preferred
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with providers, pharmacists, and clinic staff to resolve complex insurance issues for patients.
• Deliver excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Foster strong teamwork and collaboration within the department.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• two-week paid parental leave
• adoption assistance
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees