Pharmacy Technician - Patient Care Representative II - FT - Days - MSP
Memorial Healthcare System
Summary
Provides patient centered customer service to internal and external clients. Serves as a liaison between the pharmacy, payors, patients and providers. In addition, coordinates care to ensure patient intake, prescription processing, resolution of third party rejections, medication orders and delivery process.
Job description
Summary
Provides patient centered customer service to internal and external clients. Serves as a liaison between the pharmacy, payors, patients and providers. In addition, coordinates care to ensure patient intake, prescription processing, resolution of third party rejections, medication orders and delivery process.
Responsibilities
- Performs activities related to pharmacy technician scope of practice
- Maintains compliance with department workflow assignments and metrics
- Communicates effectively in person, over the phone and in writing to provide customer service to internal and external customers (patient, caregiver, physician, pharmacist) and liaises between patient and providers for medication needs, including patient information, prescription processing, third party rejection resolution, delivery, storage, supplies, refills, education materials
- Supports staff training, transitioning and onboarding
- Coordinates care with clinical staff with any patient side effect and/or request from providers, patient or caregiver
- Collects, documents and reviews all needed information to ensure timely coordination of care
- Coordinates delivery of medications in a timely manner to patient's preferred location (bedside, home, outpatient pharmacy) to ensure patients receive treatment in a timely manner
- Collaborates with clinical staff to facilitate patient and/or caregiver requests
- Performs patient intake, benefits investigation, obtains copay assistance and provides link to patient assistance or triages to other pharmacies or services
Competencies
ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, ORGANIZATION SKILLS, PROBLEM SOLVING, PRODUCTIVITY, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education and Certification Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required). Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL).
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Minimum of two (2) year of experience in a pharmacy or pharmacy call center setting. Other Information: Complies with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPT) license in the State of Florida
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a pharmacy or pharmacy call center setting
- Critical thinking skills
- Effective communication skills
- Decisive judgment
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in a stressful environment
- Complies with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
Company overview
Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in the United States, headquartered in Hollywood, Florida. Founded in 1953, the organization operates six major hospitals including Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, and the renowned Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. With approximately 17,000 employees, Memorial Healthcare System provides a comprehensive continuum of care ranging from primary care services to advanced tertiary and quaternary programs such as adult and pediatric cardiac transplant, bone marrow transplant, trauma care, and intensive care services. The system has earned numerous prestigious awards including recognition as a Florida Cancer Center of Excellence, U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation, and Great Place to Work certification. Memorial Healthcare System is committed to delivering patient-centered care through innovative medical services including cancer care, cardiac and vascular services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics, and women's health services, while maintaining a strong focus on community outreach and medical education programs.