Pharmacy Intern Technician (Temporary)

About This Role

Assist part-time with processing medication refills and prior authorizations in a geriatric clinic, working under the supervision of clinic nurses and a doctor. Interns will reconcile prescription requests, communicate with healthcare providers and patients, and process prior authorization requests.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile patient and pharmacy-initiated prescription refill requests with active medications in MiChart
• Transmit prescription refill authorizations to pharmacies electronically, by phone, or fax
• Communicate with health care providers (physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, and pharmacists) verbally and in writing
• Communicate with patients verbally
• Process prior authorization requests
• Document work through normal clinic processes

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Michigan Pharmacy Intern License on or before hire date
• Proficient communication skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to prioritize with accuracy and dependability
• Ability to perform a wide range of physical activity
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Fluency in reading, writing and speaking English

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice to Have

• Prior Intern experience
• Basic algebra including performing pharmacy calculations