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UC HEALTH LLC Medication Access Advocate , Infusion Precertification, Medication Access Services, First Shift, Pha in CINCINNATI, Ohio
Location: UC Health Business Center, Hybrid Department: Pharmacy, Medication Access Services Hours: 0800-1630 Shift: First UC Health is hiring a Full-time, Medication Access Advocate in Pharmacy Administration at University of Cincinnati's Medical Center. Verification of insurance coverage utilization different on-line modalities for clinic patients receiving medications and chemotherapy. The associate is responsible for obtaining prior authorization requests and/or pre-determination for these services to ensure maximum reimbursement to the organization. The associate will initiate or facilitate enrollment in philanthropic foundation or manufacturer-based assistance programs if patients do not have insurance coverage for medications and chemotherapy. About University of Cincinnati Medical Center As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati. Unit Details:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 401K
- Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
- Community Discounts
- First shift Monday-Friday
- No nights, no weekends, no holidays
EDUCATION :
- Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED
LICENSE & CERTIFICATION: N/A YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum Required: 1 - 2 Years equivalent experience completing Pre-certifications/prior authorizations in a hospital setting, medical office setting, Patient Access or similar environment.
- Preferred: 3 - 5 Years equivalent experience completing Pre-certifications/prior authorizations in a hospital setting, medical office setting, Patient Access or similar environment. Pharmacy/medication experienced preferred but not required.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE :
- This position requires and individual with both excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A strong medical terminology /background. The candidate must work closely with our physicians, nurse practitioners and other clinical associates to coordinate information needed for the insurance companies. The ability to perform superior customer service, particularly in a fast pace stressful and sensitive environment. Must be details oriented and be able to follow complex instructions.
About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com. At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and cl