What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication Access Coordinator position at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority?
Work Schedule : 100% FTE; day shift.
Monday - Friday; Hours vary 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM.
Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department Be part of something remarkable Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Medication Access Coordinator to :
- Ensure optimal reimbursement for high cost medications.
- Conduct and complete necessary third-party prior authorization requests for high cost medications.
- P re-screen patients for viable payment sources, manage reimbursement issues associated with high cost injectable medications, identify opportunities for improving reimbursement from payers, and conduct retrospective utilization reviews on cases of denials of payment or insufficient reimbursement. At UW Health, you will have :
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance. Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent Required
- Associate's Degree in Health Science, Business or a related field Preferred Work Experience
- 2 years of relevant medication prior authorization experience Required
- 3 years or more previous medication prior authorization experience and claims adjudication experience Preferred Licenses & Certifications
- Wisconsin Pharmacy Technician Registration Upon Hire Required
- Registration as a professional nurse in the State of Wisconsin Preferred Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.
Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
EOE, including disability / veterans. UW Health Pharmacy Services Building - a non-clinical location in Middleton that houses nearly 100 Pharmacy professionals.
These employees perform various services and duties, including pharmacy administration, Pharmacy Technician Training Program, pharmacy primary care services, medication prior authorization, sterile and non-sterile compounding, specialty / mail service program and call center. Job Description UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
