Patient Assistant Pharmacy Coordinator

38474 Atrium Health Union - Medication Assistance Partnership

Full time

Yes

40

M-F 8:00am-4:30pm

Pay Range:

$18.85 - $28.30

Essential Functions

• Determines which patient assistance program need to be accessed when clients submit prescriptions for the pharmacy to process.
• Generates paperwork according to the prescription assistance program procedures.
• Processes the completed prescription application and the original prescription and ensures the volunteer licensed practitioner signs.
• Mails paperwork to the appropriate drug company.
• Receives packing slips or shipping invoices from the drug companies and files for future orders.
• Determines if client is currently active and taking the same medication and dosage by checking the pharmacy software system.
• Reorders medication by phone by inputting the client's social security number and birth date.
• Communicates with leaders and team members to let them know of any problems that occur.
• Communicates with clients and drug companies regarding the status of medications.

Physical Requirements
Requires lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, stooping, walking and frequent changes in position with extended periods of sitting.

Education, Experience and Certifications

High School Diploma or GED required. Computer skills in Microsoft Office and Windows-based programs required.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.