Outpatient Pharmacy Technician | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

An experienced Certified Pharmacy Technician is needed to support a prescription prior authorization team within a major health systems outpatient pharmacies. This role involves working under the supervision of a registered pharmacist to efficiently manage prior authorization requests, ensuring timely processing and clear communication with clinical and pharmacy teams. The position starts with onsite training followed by remote work, offering a blend of in-person support and flexibility.

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM
Hours: 40 hours per week, guaranteed
Assignment Type: Local Contract, 13 weeks
Work Arrangement: Onsite training for approximately 812 weeks, then fully remote

Responsibilities:

• Identify and complete appropriate pharmacy benefit manager prior authorization forms
• Review and transfer prescription, prescriber, and patient information from the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Assess patient charts and clinical documentation to complete authorization requests accurately
• Submit prior authorizations and follow up within required timeframes
• Communicate authorization statuses to pharmacy and clinical teams
• Maintain detailed documentation of all prior authorization activities
• Collaborate effectively with pharmacists, providers, and outpatient pharmacy staff
• Utilize ICD-10 codes, drug information, and disease-specific resources appropriately
• Meet departmental productivity and quality standards
• Maintain proficiency with required Microsoft applications and remote-work technology

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification
• Minimum of three years pharmacy technician experience
• Strong preference for 35 years in high-volume retail pharmacy settings
• At least one year of prior authorization experience
• Familiarity with electronic medical records systems
• Excellent data-entry, communication, organizational, and follow-up skills
• Ability to work independently in a metric-driven environment
• Professional, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality patient care

This is a temp-to-hire opportunity with a reputable healthcare facility. Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this vital role.