Prior Authorization Specialist

12 hours ago


Charlottesville, Virginia, United States The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

As a Prior Authorization Technician at UVA Specialty Pharmacy, you will play a vital role in ensuring patients have timely access to critical medications. Your primary responsibility will involve obtaining medication authorizations from insurance plans, assessing patient eligibility, and investigating pharmaceutical medication assistance programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Obtain medication authorizations from insurance plans
  • Assess patient eligibility for medication assistance programs
  • Investigate pharmaceutical medication assistance programs
  • Stay informed about changes in carrier contracts and departmental policies
  • Triages and escalates questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice
  • Operate pharmacy equipment and ensure quality assurance
Requirements
  • High School Graduate or Equivalent
  • 6 months minimum relevant experience required
  • Commonwealth of Virginia Pharmacy Technician Registration required
  • CPhT credential through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required
Physical Demands

Job requires standing for prolonged periods. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.



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