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PHARMACEUTICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SPECIALIST – 50489
Job Requisition Number: 50489
Posting Title: PHARMACEUTICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SPECIALIST – 50489
Shift: 1 – Day Shift
Department:
PHARMACY
Employment Status: Full-Time
Location:
3200 PROVIDENCE DRIVE
ANCHORAGE, Alaska 99508-0000
Salary Minimum: 17.52
Salary Maximum: 26.30
External Description: Anchorage, Alaska. Working in a healthcare environment is one of the most rewarding experiences one can obtain in their professional career. At Providence Health & Services Alaska, we are proud of our award-winning hospitals, advanced medical and treatment systems and most of all, our talented employees. If you are seeking a new opportunity and have the desire to be a part of an exceptional place to work with a true spirit of teamwork, you are encouraged to apply online today.
Providence Health & Services-Alaska is seeking a talented Pharmaceutical Patient Assistance Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for accessing Charity Assistance Programs offered by pharmaceutical manufacturers. These companies offer free drugs or free drug replacement when their products are prescribed for outpatients or administered to inpatients that meet specified eligibility criteria. Potentially eligible patients may be referred from a variety of points within Providence Alaska Medical Center. Once a patient has been referred, the incumbent will work with the patient, physician and drug manufacturer to ascertain eligibility file required forms and documentation and arrange for drug distribution to the patient and/or recovery to PAMC. The incumbent will also work with Patient Financial Services and Patient Billing to maintain accurate patient bills.
The essential requirements for this position include the following:
Education: Education–High school graduate or GED equivalent with a course in keyboarding and basic algebra. Some college preferred.
Experience: Must have a working knowledge of drug names (generic and brand) and their manufacturers; Have a working knowledge of computers and office equipment plus experience with spread sheet and data base software. Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Licensure/Certification: Pharmacy Technician License
Other Qualifications: Maintain organization and efficiency to handle multiple responsibilities and quickly shift priorities in an environment of constant interruptions. Able to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of patients, physicians, care givers and manufacturers. Able to organize work, serve clients and maintain detailed information about program performance.
Finally, if you have an appreciation for Alaska’s majestic mountains, clean air, and meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply online today! We look forward to reviewing your educational accomplishments and professional experiences.