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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at
askrecruitment@uams.edu
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Minimum Qualifications:
HS/GED plus 4 years of Pharmacy Tech Experience or Bachelor's Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences;
1 year to obtain ASHP/ACPE accredited technician training or certificate program;
National Technician Certification (PTCB);
Arkansas Pharmacy Technician Licensure.
Competent in all areas and technician roles.
Preferred Qualifications:
1 year to obtain ASHP/ ACPE accredited technician training, or certificate program (such as PTCB Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician, ASHP Sterile Compounding Certificate, etc.)
Master’s Degree
2+ years of UAMS pharmacy experience
Computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office and EMR experience)
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Possesses advanced knowledge of the adjudication process and mitigates billing problems as they arise for specialty claims.
For each infusion follows the patient through the revenue integrity cycle to ensure billing is completed and issues are resolved when needed.
Ensures patients have active insurance prior to each infusion and ensures prescription processing in a timely manner with a focus on patient safety and clean claims.
Assists others with adjudications issues and can teach the adjudication process. Assists others once work is completed every day.
Ensures that prescriptions are accurately filled, and all necessary information is in the work basketincluding payment.
Works to enhance the workflow.
Is responsible for improving documentation to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
Models professional communication with patients, providers, payers and PBMs.
Works in any infusion disease state as needed. Reports all gaps to the Director of Pharmacy.
Monitors prior authorizations for timely submission and processing for both pharmacy and medical benefits.
Coordinates and follows up on prior authorization submissions, financial assistance submission, and patient scheduling if being handled by other UAMS personnel.
Ensures outstanding prior authorizations are monitored daily and communicates effectively with other UAMS personnel on outstanding prior authorizations when needed.
Ability to identify pertinent literature for appeals and help/teach others this process.
Possesses a good understanding of all disease states.
Monitors outside infusions and coordinates without outside infusion centers as needed.
Audits documentation for presence and accuracy.
Monitors outstanding financial assistance and communicates effectively with other UAMS personnel on outstanding financial assistance to streamline timely patient access.
Promotes continuous patient communication throughout the patient journey, including completing infusion appointment reminder phone calls.
Refers all clinical issues to the pharmacist, always working within the pharmacy technician scope of practice.
Participates in the training of staff.
Works in any disease state as needed.
Monitors the ACD and addresses gaps. Uses appropriate walk-away codes.
Reports all gaps to the Director of Pharmacy.
Other duties as assigned
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact
askrecruitment@uams.edu
for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.