Clinical Pharmacy Technician II (Healthcare)
Evaluates and authorizes approval of prior authorization pharmacy requests from prescribers received by telephone and/or facsimile using client clinical criteria.
- Determines appropriateness for medications. Communicates decision to physicians, physician`s office staff, medical management staff and/or pharmacists. Researches, resolves and documents prior authorization outcomes in pharmacy system.
- Communicates selected prior authorization criteria, pharmacy benefit coverage and formulary alternatives to physicians, physician`s office staff, medical management staff and/or pharmacists.
- Escalates requests to Pharmacist when request requires extensive clinical review or denial.
- Monitors telephone system to ensure adequate staffing to maintain client services levels.
- Assesses training needs within the team. Serves as a training resource, mentor and coach to others. Identifies and shares best practices.
- Demonstrates, advocates and reinforces a positive team environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
General Job Information
Title
Clinical Pharmacy Technician IIGrade
18Job Family
Pharmacy GroupCountry
United States of AmericaFLSA Status
United States of America (Non-Exempt)Recruiting Start Date
10/21/2019Date Requisition Created
10/21/2019Work Experience
PharmacyEducation
GED (Required), High School (Required)License and Certifications - Required
CPT/LPT/PTCB/RPT, Pharmacy Technician, State Requirements - PharmacyLicense and Certifications - Preferred
Other Job Requirements
Responsibilities
Minimum two years dispensing or retail experience required, or equivalent internal training will be substituted.
Magellan Health Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Every employee must understand, comply and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position.
