Pharmacy Technician Ambulatory Refill Authorization at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Refill Authorization, Pharmacy Operations, Triage, Electronic Medical Record, Workflow Prioritization, Interpersonal Communication, Aseptic Technique, Pharmaceutical Mathematics, Keyboarding Skills, Patient Outreach, Physician Outreach, Pharmacy Outreach

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview This position provides technical support to pharmacists for ambulatory refill authorization requests. Functions as a liaison and a point of contact for various pharmacy operations and interdisciplinary team members. Facilitates and prioritizes time sensitive duties which may include but are not limited to pharmacy program support and operational procedures. Person working this shift is responsible for ensuring accountability and accuracy of standard operations procedures in these areas. Function/Duties of Position Process refill authorization requests for assigned ambulatory clinics. Review for accuracy and apply appropriate authorization protocols. Identify valid requests and triage appropriately to pharmacist or provider for review. Document the receipt, status and outcome of authorization requests in the electronic medical record. Provide applicable documentation for pharmacist or provider to complete review Perform designated workflows and other duties as assigned Perform daily activities specifically related to triage procedures or program specific procedures Provide support for refill authorization requests that may include patient, physician or pharmacy outreach Other Duties as Assigned Required Qualifications High School Diploma, Active State of Oregon Pharmacy Technician License, including the completion and maintenance of job-specific competencies and certifications. Must possess computer keyboarding skills. Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies): Ability to read and understand medical-related terms. Ability to perform basic pharmaceutical mathematics calculations. Skill at manipulating small objects, e.g., needles, syringes, ampules. Ability to use mechanical system for transfer of fluids. Knowledge of and skill at application of aseptic technique. Ability to establish priorities in workflow. Good interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work under supervision of diverse Pharmacists. Preferred Qualifications Formal pharmacy technician training program Certification from the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Board or National Healthcareer Association 1 year of Pharmacy work experience, or equivalent additional education Medical office setting experience or health system experience Inpatient and outpatient hospital pharmacy experience. Medical and scientific nomenclature. Microsoft application knowledge (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook) Additional Details Office setting with the majority of work time seated at a desk or standing at a standing work station. Flexibility in scheduling of shift times required. Accountability for accuracy associated with performance of the duties to this position. Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu

Responsibilities

This role supports pharmacists by processing ambulatory refill authorization requests, reviewing them for accuracy, and applying appropriate authorization protocols. Responsibilities include identifying valid requests, triaging them to pharmacists or providers, and accurately documenting the status and outcome in the electronic medical record.