Pharmacy Technician - Waltham, MA

An opportunity is available for experienced Pharmacy Technicians to support remote pharmacy operations with a focus on prior authorization and Medicare Part B medication management. This temp-to-hire position offers the flexibility of working from anywhere, requiring a valid PTCB certification and a solid background in pharmacy technician duties related to utilization management.

Location:

• Remote (open to candidates from all locations)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday: 11:30 AM 8:00 PM ET and 9:30 AM 6:00 PM ET shifts
• Mandatory rotating weekends
• No days off permitted from 01/01/2027 to 03/31/2027 unless emergency

Duration:

• 6-month contract from October 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027
• Temp-to-hire opportunity

Core Responsibilities:

• Review and process prior authorization requests following established protocols and decision trees
• Manage incoming prior authorization requests from healthcare providers
• Support Medicare Part B medication prior authorizations and preferred product utilization
• Liaise with provider offices and hospitals to obtain necessary clinical documentation
• Communicate authorization decisions and follow-up with providers and members
• Assist in identifying alternative treatment options when required
• Provide operational support to pharmacy staff and healthcare providers to ensure timely decision-making
• Act as a point of contact for internal teams, external providers, and operational partners
• Support offshore clinical partners in utilization management pharmacy workflows
• Interpret plan benefits and manage specialty pharmacy overrides to ensure proper claim processing

Qualifications:

• Current PTCB certification required
• Minimum of 3 years pharmacy technician experience
• Experience with Medicare Part B operations including utilization management, prior authorizations, or help desk support strongly preferred
• Experience working with the Medicare population
• Proficiency with multiple computer systems and Google Workspace/G Suite
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills

This position offers a challenging role with critical impact on patient care and pharmacy operations. Candidates who meet the qualifications and are ready to thrive in a fast-paced remote environment should apply now.

Compensation for this position ranges from $18.00 to $22.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.