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University of Arkansas System

Pharmacy Specialist – Specialty Pharmacy Operations

University of Arkansas System

. Serve as a member of Specialty Pharmacy Services with a focus on operations and prescription verification .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in specialty pharmacy operations, including prescription verification, billing accuracy, and patient assessments while ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. Proficient in managing pharmacy workflows, training staff, and providing clinical support to enhance patient outcomes.

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Prescription VerificationBilling AccuracyPatient AssessmentsSpecialty Pharmacy OperationsPharmacist Licensure

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Hard Skills
Prescription VerificationBilling AccuracyBenefit InvestigationsClinical InterventionsDrug Information Provision
Soft Skills
CommunicationTrainingProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
Point-of-Sale SoftwareShipping Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Licensed PharmacistBoard Certification (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Specialty PharmacyMedicare Part BAccreditation StandardsEvidence-Based MedicineOn-Call Rotation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Serve as a member of Specialty Pharmacy Services with a focus on operations and prescription verification
  • Provide pharmacy services focused on safety, efficacy, and positive outcomes
  • Verify prescriptions for specialty patients and ensure dispensing workflow is followed
  • Review billing accuracy, including Medicare Part B requirements, for specialty medications
  • Operate point-of-sale and shipping software and troubleshoot shipping issues
  • Perform benefit investigations, determine prescription coverage, troubleshoot rejected claims, and mitigate payer problems
  • Maintain operations workflow and ensure timely prescription processing and appropriate shipments
  • Perform patient assessments complying with accreditation standards and evidence-based medicine
  • Assess therapy appropriateness regarding safety, comorbidities, dosing, and side-effect management
  • Document clinical interventions, promote adherence, monitor compliance, and recommend screening and monitoring
  • Answer patient clinical communications and facilitate communication between patients and clinics
  • Train staff, students, and residents; take at least 3 IPPE students per year and participate in residency precepting
  • Participate in a 24/7/365 on-call rotation, taking call for 1 week at a time
  • Provide accurate drug information to medical staff
  • Submit prior authorization requests and support off-label use prior authorizations and appeals

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy Degree
  • PGY1 Residency Training OR 3 years of applicable experience
  • Licensed by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacist or eligible for licensure
  • Board certified in applicable area (preferred)
  • Experience in retail, ambulatory care, or specialty pharmacy (preferred)
  • License or Certificate required for application
  • List of three Professional References
  • Resume
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
  • Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
  • Ability to perform required physical activities, including hearing, finger manipulation/keyboarding, standing, talking, walking, crouching, lifting, pulling, pushing, and reaching

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy