Patient Medication Liaison - Prior Authorization
About The Position
MU Health Care is hiring a Patient Medication Liaison – Prior Authorization for its Pharmacy department. The role supports MU Health Care clinics by conducting prescription prior authorizations, providing copay assistance, and supporting Mizzou pharmacies. The liaison helps ensure patients receive necessary medications in a timely manner and contributes to clinic and discharge workflows and the patient experience. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, with the shift falling between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Remote work may be possible, but employees must attend quarterly onsite meetings. The role requires applying for Missouri pharmacy technician licensure before hire and obtaining Pharmacy Technician Certification Board certification within one year of employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Apply for Pharmacy Technician licensure through the Missouri Board of Pharmacy before hire.
- Obtain Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) within one year as a condition of continued employment.
Nice To Haves
- One year of college.
- Two years of retail pharmacy experience.
- Additional license or certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Responsibilities
- Conduct prospective medication prior authorization services to expedite clinic and discharge workflow and enhance the patient experience.
- Coordinate refill and prescription renewal requests by pre-screening patients for viable payment sources and managing reimbursement issues.
- Facilitate effective working relationships and consistent communication between clinics, hospitals, patients, and pharmacies.
- Identify and refer appropriate patients to medication assistance programs.
- Perform pharmacy technician duties as required and other duties as assigned.
- Complete unit- or department-specific duties as outlined in department documents, as applicable.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage starting on day one.
- Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays.
- Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years.
- Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%).
- Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
