Medication Assistance/Prior Authorization Pharmacy Tech Specialist - Pharmacy - UH Truman Medical Center (5 days per week; 8:00a-5:00p; Mon-Fri)

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Advance Your Pharmacy Expertise. Optimize Operations. Make an Impact on Patient Care.

Are you an experienced Certified Pharmacy Technician ready to take your skills to the next level? University Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Specialist to bring advanced technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and operational expertise to our pharmacy team.

This highly skilled position supports specialized pharmacy functions and works closely with pharmacists and pharmacy leadership to strengthen operational efficiency, improve workflows, and support safe, effective patient care. Depending on the area of specialization, responsibilities may include pharmacy operations, supply chain management, prior authorizations, health system IT operations, reimbursement and finance, or sterile compounding.

As a Pharmacy Technician Specialist, you will serve as a knowledgeable resource within your area of expertise, demonstrating advanced competency, initiative, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Perform advanced pharmacy technician responsibilities within an assigned specialty or operational area.
• Partner with pharmacists and pharmacy leadership to support efficient pharmacy operations and organizational processes.
• Apply specialized technical knowledge to troubleshoot issues, resolve workflow challenges, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support pharmacy initiatives that promote operational accuracy, efficiency, and quality patient care.
• Demonstrate advanced competency in assigned functions, which may include:Pharmacy Supply Chain: Support inventory management, procurement, distribution, and supply chain processes.Pharmacy Operations: Help optimize workflows and support effective day-to-day pharmacy functions.Health System IT Operations: Assist with pharmacy technology, systems, and operational support.Prior Authorizations: Support medication access through authorization processes and coordination.Reimbursement & Finance: Assist with pharmacy financial and reimbursement-related processes.Sterile Compounding: Support specialized sterile compounding operations involving hazardous and non-hazardous medications.
• Communicate effectively with pharmacists, pharmacy colleagues, and other stakeholders to address operational needs.
• Take initiative in following through on assignments, identifying problems, and helping implement solutions.
• Maintain required pharmacy technician certifications, licensure, and continuing education.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of relevant experience in pharmacy operations, supply chain, prior authorizations, customer service, or sterile compounding, depending on the assigned specialty.
• Technical proficiency and the ability to operate pharmacy systems and technology.
• Successful completion of the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) examination, with active certification maintained, or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Ability to achieve Certified Pharmacy Technician Advanced (CPhT-Adv) certification within two years of hire.
• Active Missouri Board of Pharmacy technician licensure in good standing, maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to complete required Pharmacy Department continuing education.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers and pharmacy professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues, manage responsibilities, and support efficient workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience as a Certified Pharmacy Technician or equivalent.
• Comprehensive understanding of advanced pharmacy processes, including supply chain, pharmacy operations, health system IT, prior authorizations, reimbursement and finance, and hazardous/non-hazardous sterile compounding.
• Multiple PTCB specialty certifications.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, follow-up, and process improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Take Your Pharmacy Career Further

The Pharmacy Technician Specialist role offers an opportunity to apply advanced technical skills in a specialized area while contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of health system pharmacy services. You'll work alongside pharmacists and pharmacy leaders, help improve operational processes, and continue building expertise through advanced certification and professional development.

Bring your experience, initiative, and commitment to pharmacy excellence to University Health. Take the next step in your career as a Pharmacy Technician Specialist!