Pharmacy Specialist | Medication Access-RW

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Rapid City, SD

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This role, depending on the specialist's focus, may involve facilitating pharmacy procurement, utilizing technology and automated equipment, obtaining medication histories, or initiating patient applications for medication assistance programs. Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits for qualifying positions.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
Technician Registration with the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) OR Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from National Healthcare Association (NHA)
1+ years of Pharmaceutical Experience
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Related Field
Hazardous Drug Management Certification from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Technician Product Verification Certification from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Responsibilities

Receiving, processing, storage requirements and entry of medications into the carousel.
Understanding Hazardous Drug Management as it pertains to receiving, processing, and storage.
Creating a thorough daily order and sending it to the wholesaler.
Monitoring medication inventory to ensure appropriate expiration dating.
Operating and troubleshooting automated technology (Automated Dispensing Cabinets, carousel, compounders, packagers, printers, etc.).
Assisting with emergency orders after hours.
Recovering medications administered or dispensed to indigent, uninsured/underinsured patients.
Managing and processing applications to pharmaceutical manufacturers' Patient Assistance Programs.
Building relationships and acting as a liaison to physicians, patients, and pharmaceutical companies regarding program systems and processes.
Monitoring and tracking the value of recovered medications for billing and reporting.
Visiting key contacts within the health system to ensure high service levels and assist in program participation.
Educating physicians, patients, and drug companies on program mission, guidelines, requirements, and appropriate referral.
Conducting patient education/counseling to determine eligibility for assistance.
Identifying and resolving rejected applications, including accessing comparable drug regimens and managing the application process.
Assisting in the pharmacy to maintain competency with pharmacy processes and workflow.
Maintaining Tech-Check-Tech validation and performing those duties regularly.
Participating in department committees as assigned.
Preparing patient paperwork and entering all patient data correctly at intake for Home+/Outpatient Infusion, including demographic, physician, diagnosis, and payer information.
Entering data into the computer system based on customer and referral interviews.
Verifying insurance and maintaining knowledge of payer guidelines.
Conducting timely follow-up of claims as needed.
Assisting the pharmacy staff accountant with billing, accounts receivable, and end-of-month processes.
Facilitating communication between nursing caregivers, physicians, referral sources, community partners, and other departments.
Demonstrating proficiency in operating various pharmacy computer systems.
Functioning as a department computer super user.
Assisting pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications.
Assisting pharmacy leadership in various projects and tasks as directed.
All other duties as assigned.