This is an onsite position, with Valleywise Health Medical Center Peoria, AZ

This is a full time position, 40 hours/wk, 8 hour shifts. The facility is open Monday - Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.

Primary Responsibility
The primary purpose of this position is the application to medication assistance programs on behalf of patients utilizing eRecovery software to drive cost containment within a health system account. The goal is to access free medications directly from pharmaceutical manufacturers’ Patient Assistance Programs via application process for needy indigent or low income persons.
 

Responsibilities:

 Recover drugs that are administered or dispensed to indigent patients without third party prescription coverageBuild relationships with and act as liaison to physicians, patients and pharmaceutical companies regarding program systems and processesAnswer questions regarding the Cardinal Health policies and procedures related to the reimbursement programRoutinely visit key contacts within the health system to ensure high level of service and assist in program participationMaintain daily contact with patients, nurses, physicians, social services, pharmacy personnel, drug sales reps and pharmaceutical companiesDiscuss medication options with physician and patient based on accessibility and availability (outpatient environment)Answer pharmacy’s questions regarding day-to-day operational issues, product/vendor informationManage and process applications to pharmaceutical manufacturers’ Patient Assistance Programs for recovery of drugs administered/dispensed to indigent patients without third party coverageEducate physician, patient and drug companies on program mission, guidelines, requirements and appropriate referralExtensive patient education/counseling to determine eligibility for assistanceIdentify and resolve rejected applications, including accessing comparable drug regimenRefer patients that do not qualify for programs to other outside assistance. I.e. local charitiesManage drug recovery application processMonitor and track value of drugs recovered for billing and reporting processesMaintain security and confidentiality of patient information

Qualifications:

AZ State Pharmacy technician license requiredBilingual in Spanish requiredNational pharmacy technician certification (PTCB) preferred2-4 years experience preferred Strong communication skills Strong Microsoft Office skillsAble to work independently and solve problems on behalf of Cardinal and the customerMust be able to prioritize work to maximize job effectivenessExcellent interpersonal skillsStrong ability to work under pressure and meet deadlinesMust be detail oriented with strong follow-up skillsStrong telephone presence/etiquetteBetter than average layman’s knowledge of various medications, medication classes, medical ailments and standard treatmentsMust have knowledge of hospital and clinic operationsExperience working in a high volume, dynamic (changing) environment is necessaryMust have experience working with the public in a healthcare environmentExperience with low-income/special needs public is preferredExperience with social programs and/or charitable organization is helpful

Anticipated hourly range: $25.80 per hour - $33.12 per hour

​Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlexPayFlexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 03/03/2025*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

Phoenix Metro Area

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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