Specialty Pharmacy Technician

Location Address:

920 E 28th St

STE H2005

Minneapolis, MN 55407

Date Posted:

April 30, 2026

Department:

70007907

Community Pharmacy Piper Building Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation:

Occasional Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day/evening shifts Occasional weekends Pre-employment drug screening required

Job Description:

Provides excellent customer service in a fast paced environment. Coordinates patient intake, coverage determination, payment coordination, and delivery methods to ensure seamless patient care for those obtaining specialty medications. Principle Responsibilities Performs customer service. Manages large call volumes. Assists patients with any non-clinical questions and/or concerns. Supports patient intake, accurately enters patient demographics, history and order information into the practice management system(s). Completes referrals to specialty providers, home health, etc., where needed. Arranges for the proper delivery of the medication when needed. Processes insurance. Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits and records the information in Excellian. Supports providers and payers to expedite prior authorizations and/or formulary exceptions when needed. Helps facilitate financial support and prescription assistance for patients. Ensures Compliance Tracks patients and medication utilization. May participate in accreditation maintenance and monitoring of defined metrics. May participate in safety and quality program. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description 0 to 2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician Preferred Qualifications Vocational or Technical Training from an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accredited pharmacy technician training program 2 to 5 years of experience with advanced knowledge of insurance processing, prior authorizations and formulary resolutions Licenses/Certifications Registered Pharmacy Technician - MN Board of Pharmacy required upon hire Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board required within 180

Days Physical Demands Sedentary:

Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range Pay Range:

$24.62 to $33.74 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer •Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union. People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We're a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees - your career opportunities are limitless! Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee's Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov)

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Employees:

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