Pharmacy Technician

Ascension

. Support patients' access to specialty medications and financial resources .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Patient Assistance Programs (PAP), including medication access and prior authorizations, while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for coordinating patient cases and resolving access barriers effectively.

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Pharmacy Technician CredentialPatient Assistance Programs (PAP)Prior Authorization (PA)Benefit Investigations340B Experience

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Hard Skills

Medication AccessApplication ProcessingPatient Record MaintenanceEligibility Requirements KnowledgeAssistance Application Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsEffective Communication SkillsFollow-Up Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)National Healthcare Association Credential

Industry Keywords

Patient Assistance ProgramsSpecialty MedicationsFinancial ResourcesCare CoordinationRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support patients' access to specialty medications and financial resources
Support medication histories, assistance programs, and care coordination
Support Patient Assistance Programs (PAP), medication access, benefit investigations, and specialty prior authorizations
Communicate with patients, pharmacists, prescribers, specialty pharmacies, and external assistance organizations to resolve medication access barriers
Maintain accurate patient records and verify supporting documentation
Follow applicable privacy, regulatory, and program requirements
Manage assistance applications, track approvals, and coordinate patient cases independently in a remote environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pharmacy Tech credentialed from the National Healthcare Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date, or credentialed from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date
High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required
Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable
1+ year experience of high-level of PAP, Grant and Foundation experience required
1+ year experience of high-level PA, PBM, FA, 340B experience required
State Licensure in the Supported State
Experience supporting Patient Assistance Programs (PAP), medication access, benefit investigations, and specialty prior authorizations
Knowledge of patient assistance resources, eligibility requirements, application processing, and foundation funding
Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills
Ability to manage assistance applications, track approvals, and coordinate patient cases independently in a remote environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more