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Pharmacy Benefit Technician

Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the U.S., dedicated to transforming healthcare access and quality for over 1.4 million patients annually.

Sanford Health

Employee count: 5000+

Salary: 37k-60k USD

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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.00 - $29.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Summary

Responsible for following policies and procedures set within the pharmacy department to ensure that Members obtain appropriate medications in a timely, cost-effective, and efficient manner. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs.

Job Description

This job involves a significant amount of time on the telephone handling calls from Members, pharmacies, and providers concerning pharmacy issues such as coverage, prior authorization, step therapy, networks, and overrides, and denial rationale. Review incoming prior authorization request and contact provider's office, pharmacies, prior authorization department, or Member (depending on where the request originates) to clarify the intent of the prior authorization and identify any potential missing information. Enter prior authorizations and formulary exception requests into referral form. Review Plan policy to determine which requests need to be sent on the clinical pharmacist team for review. Will complete initial and benefit denial letters. Serve as a liaison with the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) in regards to pharmaceutical questions or issues that arise. Serve as a resource for other departments within the health plan.Meet and maintain all benchmark stats (prior authorizations, medical claims reviews, phone, approval, denial letters and CRM volume) while holding this position.

Qualifications

Pharmacy technicians must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience with inpatient and retail pharmacy utilization, as well as a broad knowledge of pharmacy practice is preferred, but not required. Familiarity with computers and ability to work with multiple programs at the same time is required. The ability to work with multiple software programs concurrently allows a Pharmacy Benefits Technician to deliver the most accurate information to the Member or provider in a timely fashion. Must have excellent oral and auditory skills for productive interoffice dialogue and Member or provider interactions.

Must be nationally certified (CPhT designation), either through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA).South Dakota: Registration required within 30 days from the date of hire. Technicians registered with South Dakota Board of Pharmacy after July 1, 2014 will be registered as a “technician-in-training” and will have two years to complete training education and national certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). Failure to obtain National Certification within two years of registering as a “technician-in-training” will result in termination of position. Technicians registered with the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy after July 1, 2011 will be required to obtain National Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board by July 1, 2014. Failure to obtain National Certification will result in termination of position. Technicians registered with South Dakota Board of Pharmacy before July 1, 2011 will be grandfathered in and not require national certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

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Salary: 37k-60k USD

Education

High school

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About Sanford Health

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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization serves more than 1.4 million patients and nearly 200,000 health plan members across an area of 250,000 square miles. The integrated health system boasts 48 medical centers, more than 211 clinic locations, and over 160 Good Samaritan Society senior living centers. With approximately 42,775 employees, including 2,900 physicians and advanced practice providers, Sanford Health is equipped to deliver exceptional care across a wide range of specialties.

Sanford Health is committed to advancing the human condition through innovative care solutions, research, and education. The organization operates nine world clinic locations and is involved in numerous active clinical trials aimed at improving healthcare delivery and outcomes. Each year, Sanford Health provides millions of outpatient visits and emergency services, affirming its role as a critical health provider in the upper Midwest. Its Centers of Excellence focus on key areas such as cancer treatment, heart health, and pediatric care, ensuring that communities have access to specialized services. Throughout its history since its founding in 1894, Sanford Health has been a beacon of hope and healing, dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of the individuals and families it serves.

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