Pharmacy Technician Refill Authorization

Currently, we are not hiring remote workers in the following states: CA, CT, HI, IL, ME, MA, MN, NY, PA, RI, VT, VA, and WA.

Please note that an on-camera filter-free video interview with Microsoft Teams will be required as well as onsite interviews and/or meetings.

The Pharmacy Technician demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills in assisting the pharmacist in execution of appropriate, safe, efficacious, efficient, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care. The position participates in many procedural aspects of pharmacy practice under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist or technician supervisor and is an integral part of the pharmacy team. This position supports Pharmacy Services in all locations (i.e., acute, community, ambulatory, specialty).

• Reviews patient charts to verify most recent provider visits and ensure eligibility for refill under the EMRC collaborative practice agreement.
• Gathers and reviews relevant clinical information (e.g., labs, monitoring parameters, and medication history) to support refill requests.
• Prepares and documents refill authorization requests using pharmacy technology systems in accordance with state law, policies, and protocols.
• Ensures all required clinical criteria and documentation are complete prior to pharmacist review.
• Routes completed refill requests to the pharmacist for final verification and processing.
• Communicates with pharmacists and care team members regarding missing information, concerns, or clarification needs.
• Identifies potential safety concerns or gaps in care and escalates appropriately to the pharmacist.
• Maintains accurate and compliant documentation in the patient record.
• Demonstrates strong computer proficiency and the ability to efficiently navigate multiple systems and complex electronic health records in a remote work environment.
• Works collaboratively as part of a large, remote team; demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and the ability to build positive working relationships across the care team.

• Technical competency
• Regulatory compliance
• Financial awareness
• Service delivery
• Job performance
• Reliability and Attendance
• Communication
• Organization
• Computer proficiency

• High School or equivalent is required
• Current pharmacy technician certification and/or license applicable to state of practice.
• Current knowledge of state and federal regulations and statutes regarding the practice of pharmacy and the distribution of approved drugs, controlled substances, and investigational agents.
• Any lapse or failure to meet these requirements may result in disciplinary action, up to termination, at the hiring manager's discretion.
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• 3 years of experience preferred.
• Prior health system or retail experience
• Familiarity with top 100 most common medications

Physical Requirements

• Carrying, hearing/listening, lifting, manual dexterity, pulling/pushing, seeing, climbing, crawling, speaking, squatting/kneeling, standing, walking as needed to perform job duties.

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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