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Prior Authorization Specialist

CareMed Specialty Pharmacy
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/29/2025 CLOSED ON 1/2/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prior Authorization Specialist position at CareMed Specialty Pharmacy?

Come join our company! Our Pharmacy has an immediate need for a Full-time Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialists in Houston, TX! Seeking candidates who live local to this pharmacy location.

A career with us is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to connect and care for our patients, providers, communities, and each other. We attract extraordinary people who have a strong desire to live our mission – to better the lives of those battling cancer and rare diseases. Compassion is more important than numbers. We value teamwork, respect, integrity, and passion. We succeed when you do, and our company and management team work hard to foster an environment that provides you with opportunities for both professional and personal growth.

At CareMed, we specialize in supporting patients living with rare, ultra-rare, and complex diseases by delivering the highest level of care through personalized support, clinical expertise, and close coordination throughout every phase of treatment.

Starting at $23.00 and up.

We Offer a Variety Of Benefits Including

  • Quarterly bonuses
  • Medical; Dental; Vision
  • 401k with a match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company paid benefits – life; and short and long-term disability

The Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialist will ensure patients receive the medication that requires pre-authorizations from insurance carriers by receiving prescriptions, addressing and rectifying rejected claims and conducting necessary third party authorization requests.

Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialist Qualifications

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Excellent verbal, written and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and be flexible
  • Good organizational skills and detail oriented
  • Knowledge of medical terminology (including sig codes and Roman numeral), brand and generic names of medications and general pharmacy terminology
  • Ability to perform tasks accurately and efficiently when inputting information
  • Licensed/registered pharmacy technician or as required by state law
  • Basic math and analytical skills
  • Intermediate typing/keyboarding skills

Salary : $23

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