Job Summary:

As we embark on groundbreaking clinical trials and research endeavors, we recognize the critical importance of a skilled and knowledgeable workforce. The Prior Authorization Specialist will play a key role in equipping our team with the expertise needed to drive advancements in health outcomes. 

The Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialist is a crucial part of the healthcare team to assist patients in providing specialized, complex medications for their liver disease and/or condition. This includes obtaining authorizations, navigating financial assistance options, and working with patients, payors, and pharmacies. We take care of the prescription from the time it is ordered and ensuring the patient receives it. 

Schedule: Onsite in Mesa, AZ, Full-Time, 8am-5pm Monday-Friday
Compensation: $23-$26 per hour bonus, depending on experience

Essential job functions/duties

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Assure all PA requirements are complete
• Facilitate labs/immunization completion for patient payor compliance
• Complete HRSA 340B compliance requirements upon hire
• Complete Apexus 340-B online modules upon hire
• Other such duties as assigned by the supervisor

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Experience with pharmacy operations

• Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Intermediate data entry computer skills
• Bilingual (English / Spanish), preferred not required
• Ability to multi-task between different platforms, programs
• EMR or pharmacy software experience helpful
• Knowledge of pharmacy insurance benefits

Supervisory responsibilities

• None

Work environment

• Clinic setting

Physical demands

• Able to lift at least 15 lbs.
• Able to sit for long periods (at least 50%)
• Able to type and do computer work for long periods.

Travel Requirements

• Some interoffice travel may be required with use of company vehicle or mileage reimbursement.

Education, credentials, and/or trainings required:

• CPhT Certification (PTCB or NHA) preferred
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working with Pharmacy Prior Authorizations required

Benefits & Perks:

• Health, Dental, Vision (with HSA plans and employer contribution)
• 2 weeks PTO
• Continuing Medical Education budget (CME) and time off
• 5 days Sick Time
• 7 Company holidays and 2 half-days
• 401K with company match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Shared company vehicles for required travel

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Must have valid documentation and authorization to work in the U.S.

Our company requires COVID-19 vaccinations for all current and future employees. Exemptions can be requested for those with a reasonable health or a religious/sincerely-held belief accommodation.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

It is the policy of the Institute for Liver Health DBA Arizona Liver Health and Arizona Clinical Trials to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Other responsibilities may be communicated directly by the reporting manager/supervisor. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change. Company reserves the right to adjust role scope with or without notice. 

Notice to Staffing Agencies: It is our policy that any and all contact with third party staffing or recruitment vendors come through our Talent Acquisition Team directly. We have an established and preferred network of contracted partners that we engage if and when we deem it necessary. We request that staffing agencies refrain from repeatedly contacting our hiring managers or employees directly. Unsolicited resumes, onsite solicitations, and inquiries will not be considered or responded to. Overly persistent or pushy inquires may also be blocked across our network as spam. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.