À propos de ce poste Pharmacy Technician chez University of Chicago
Department
BSD MED - Infectious Diseases - Chicago Center HIV Elimination - Health Care
About the Department
CCHE seeks to eliminate new HIV transmission events over the next 30 years (from 2011 to 2041) by using network science to target and integrate prevention as well as create structural and community-specific interventions.
Job Summary
This position is grant funded.
Responsibilities
Coordinate medication deliveries to clinic and direct deliveries to patients’ homes.
Support clinical team by facilitating urgent medication refills.
Initiate, submit, and follow up on prior authorization requests, patient assistance programs for medications for clinic patients, and conduct resubmissions if necessary.
Manage injectable medication inventory per protocol.
Complete prior authorizations for injectable ARVs.
Assist with injectable ARV related medication deliveries in the community (for onsite RN administration).
Communicate with patients and clinical teams about upcoming appointments and facilitate issues as they arise.
Communicate with specialty pharmacies and coordinate delivery and inventory.
Update records of patients receiving injectable medications in clinic and in the community.
Data entry/monitoring for patients on injectable ARVs.
Manage patient registry of individuals on injectable ARVS in including reporting to HIV prevention and care team (PACT) once monthly on patient status.
Process and route incoming prescription refill requests to medical providers utilizing electronic medical record system (Epic).
Call in authorized prescriptions for unsuccessful submissions of prescriptions.
Facilitate medication and prescription issues with patient pharmacies.
Initiate, submit, and follow up on prior authorization requests patient assistance programs for medications for clinic patients, and conduct resubmissions if necessary.
Communicate status of prescriptions to medical providers and patients.
Communicate status of prior authorization to patients, providers, and pharmacies.
Investigate status of prescriptions for patients and troubleshoots issues with pharmacies. Escalate issues to Clinical Pharmacist as appropriate.
Participate in research study meetings and facilitate conduct of research-related activities.
Documentation for study encounters with clients and participant recruitment.
Assists with and performs various administrative and operational tasks as assigned under direct supervision.
Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
Pharmacy technician experience.
Experience in healthcare setting.
Licenses and Certifications:
License or eligibility for licensure as Registered Pharmacy Technician by the State of Illinois.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Proficiency in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Access and Word.
Preferred Competencies
Strong knowledge of Chicago social service resources.
Strong knowledge of program subject matter.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple, competing demands.
Ability to provide HIV/STI treatment, education, and prevention in non-traditional settings.
Working Conditions
Ability to work some evenings.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
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Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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