Patient Support Advocate - Pharmacy Technician - Rhode Island Licensed

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Himalayas

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Fully remote

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Nationwide remote

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Customer Service

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Posted

1 day ago

Closes

11/16/2026

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About the role

💊 Pharmacy Technician - Prior Authorization & Patient Support Specialist Make a Meaningful Impact on Patient Care Are you an experienced Pharmacy Technician who is passionate about helping patients access the medications they need? In this role, you'll serve as a critical resource for patients, providers, pharmacies, and insurance companies by helping remove barriers to treatment, facilitating medication approvals, securing financial assistance, and supporting medication adherence. If you enjoy problem-solving, patient advocacy, insurance navigation, and working in a collaborative healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you. 🌟 What You'll Do Patient Access & Insurance Support ✅ Communicate directly with insurance companies to facilitate medication approvals. ✅ Assist patients with managing their pharmacy insurance claims. ✅ Work with clinician offices to support prior authorization requests and medication access. ✅ Research and secure financial assistance opportunities through foundations, manufacturers, and other funding sources to help patients overcome high-cost copay barriers. Pharmacy Operations & Patient Care ✅ Navigate pharmacy operating systems to input data, adjudicate test claims, process refills, and develop action plans for follow-up. ✅ Review prescriptions with physicians' offices to support optimal patient care. ✅ Communicate directly with patients via phone to support medication adherence and compliance. ✅ Collaborate closely with pharmacists and pharmacy liaisons to deliver a coordinated, high-quality patient care experience. Documentation & Process Improvement ✅ Communicate effectively across databases, electronic medical records, and email systems to document patient concerns, prior authorization status, and financial assistance needs. ✅ Maintain complete and accurate records of patient communications. ✅ Manage, organize, and update relevant data within database systems. ✅ Research and analyze information to support strategic decision-making. ✅ Apply observations and recommendations to improve operations, productivity, quality, and customer service standards. ✅ Identify trends, resolve issues, recommend improvements, and implement changes. ✅ Participate actively in process improvement initiatives. ✅ Act as a value-added business partner to stakeholders across the organization. ✅ Protect organizational value by maintaining confidentiality of information. ✅ Maintain professional knowledge through educational opportunities, professional publications, and industry networking. ✅ Minimal in-state or out-of-state travel may be required. ✅ Perform other duties as assigned. 🎓 Qualifications Required Experience 1+ year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician High School Diploma or GED required Required Licensure & Certification We are seeking experienced, state-registered Pharmacy Technicians . State of Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician active license. PTCB or NHA national certification. If additional licensure is required, the successful candidate will commit to obtaining the required credential(s) within a mutually agreed-upon timeframe. Continued employment is contingent upon meeting all applicable licensure and certification requirements. 🔍 Ideal Skills & Keywords Prior Authorization • Pharmacy Technician • Patient Assistance Programs • Medication Access • Insurance Verification • Pharmacy Operations • Specialty Pharmacy • Patient Advocacy • Medication Adherence • Financial Assistance Programs • Copay Assistance • Claims Adjudication • Healthcare Support • Pharmacy Benefits • EMR Documentation • Patient Care Coordination ❤️ Why This Role Matters Every day, you'll help patients overcome barriers to treatment, navigate complex insurance requirements, access financial assistance, and stay on track with their medications. Your work will directly contribute to better patient outcomes and a higher quality healthcare experience. Join a team that's committed to making medication access easier and improving lives o

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