Outpatient Pharmacy Technician | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania RPh on the Go - 4.1 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Full-time | Local contract 8 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Pharmacy Technician Certification Full Job Description Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification and 1+ years Pharmacy Technician experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. An experienced Certified Pharmacy Technician is needed to support a prescription prior authorization team within a major health system's 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:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00

PM Hours:

40 hours per week, guaranteed

Assignment Type:

Local Contract, 13 weeks

Work Arrangement:

Onsite training for approximately 8-12 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 3-5 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. #p31