Pharmacy Technician – Prior Authorization | 100% Remote (CA Residents Only)

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Certified Pharmacy Technician – Prior Authorization | 100% Remote CA | $22–$24/hr W2 Location: 100% Remote – California Residents OnlyPay Rate: $22.00–$24.00/hr W2Duration: 6-Month Contract with Potential Extension or FTE ConversionAnticipated Start Date: September 14, 2026 🚀 Exciting Remote Opportunity for California Pharmacy Technicians!Our client is a leading pharmacy solutions organization supporting health plans, employers, and government healthcare programs. We are seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to join their team and support pharmacy prior authorization activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician looking to move beyond traditional retail/dispensing responsibilities and gain experience in a healthcare, pharmacy benefits, and prior authorization environment. ⭐ Why You'll Like This Opportunity<ul><li>🏠 100% Remote – Work from Home</li><li>💰 $22.00–$24.00/hr W2</li><li>📈 6-month contract with potential extension or FTE conversion</li><li>💻 Company-provided equipment</li><li>💊 Opportunity to gain experience in prior authorization and pharmacy benefits</li><li>👩 ⚕️ Work closely with pharmacists, prescribers, physician offices, and healthcare teams</li><li>📚 Structured 6-week training program</li><li>🌟 Opportunity to build experience in the health plan/PBM environment</li></ul> 📌 Important Requirements<ul><li>Must reside in California</li><li>Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship</li><li>Active California State Pharmacy Technician License is required</li><li>Must have a reliable home-office setup</li><li>Must have a high-speed wired Ethernet internet connection</li><li>Wi-Fi-only or wireless connections are not permitted</li><li>Camera is required during training and designated attendance/verification calls</li><li>Business casual attire is required during working hours</li></ul> 💼 What You'll DoAs a Certified Pharmacy Technician, you will support the prior authorization process by reviewing pharmacy requests, applying established criteria, communicating with prescribers and healthcare professionals, and escalating complex cases to pharmacists.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Evaluate pharmacy prior authorization requests received from prescribers via telephone and/or fax using client-specific criteria.</li><li>Determine the appropriateness of prescribed medications based on established guidelines and communicate decisions to physicians, physician office staff, medical management teams, and pharmacists.</li><li>Research, resolve, and accurately document prior authorization outcomes in the pharmacy system.</li><li>Communicate applicable prior authorization criteria, pharmacy benefit coverage information, and formulary alternatives to physicians and other healthcare stakeholders.</li><li>Escalate requests to a pharmacist when extensive clinical review or a denial decision is required.</li><li>Research, resolve, and document physician, provider, client, and member inquiries and grievances.</li><li>Provide professional verbal and written responses to clients, prescribers, providers, and management.</li><li>Educate members regarding pharmacy-related rules, prescription processes, medication resources, and applicable assistance programs.</li><li>Maintain accurate records related to prior authorizations, rebates, and monthly reporting.</li><li>Follow established procedures, clinical criteria, and client-specific guidelines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.</li></ul> ✅ Required Qualifications<ul><li>High school diploma or GED required.</li><li>Active California State Pharmacy Technician License required.</li><li>Minimum 6 months of pharmacy dispensing or retail pharmacy experience, or equivalent internal training.</li><li>0–2 years of pharmacy experience.</li><li>Strong computer skills and proficiency with pharmacy-related computerized systems.</li><li>Proficiency with Windows-based applications and Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Ability to understand and follow established clinical criteria and instructions when processing prior authorization requests.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining accuracy and productivity.</li></ul> ⭐ Preferred QualificationsThe following experience is highly desirable:<ul><li>Prior call center/customer service experience</li><li>Prior authorization experience</li><li>Medical or pharmaceutical terminology</li><li>Experience in the medical, insurance, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry</li><li>Specialty pharmacy or retail pharmacy experience</li><li>Reimbursement or pharmacy benefits experience</li><li>Experience working with a health plan, PBM, or healthcare organization</li><li>Ability to handle escalated concerns calmly and professionally while preventing further escalation</li></ul> 🏠 Remote Work & Internet RequirementsBecause this role involves sensitive healthcare information and Protected Health Information (PHI), candidates must have a secure and reliable home-office environment.Required:<ul><li>High-speed wired Ethernet internet connection</li><li>Reliable home-office workspace</li><li>Ability to work without interruptions during scheduled hours</li><li>Company-provided equipment</li><li>Camera availability during required training and attendance/verification calls</li></ul> Important: Wi-Fi or wireless internet connections cannot be used as the primary connection for this position. 📅 Training & Work ScheduleTraining:Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PMDuration: Approximately 6 weeksCamera required during training.Regular Schedule:5 days per week, with coverage required Monday through Sunday.Shift Start Times:Start times may vary between 7:00 AM and 12:30 PM.Candidates should be comfortable working a schedule that may include different days of the week based on business requirements. 📍 Location100% Remote – California Residents OnlyCandidates must currently reside in California and have a suitable remote work environment that meets the requirements listed above.📅 Anticipated Start DateSeptember 14, 2026 💰 Compensation$22.00–$24.00 per hour – W2This is a 6-month contract position with potential for extension or conversion to a full-time employee role, depending on business needs and individual performance. 🚀 Interested?If you are an actively licensed California Pharmacy Technician with pharmacy/dispensing experience and are interested in building your career in a remote healthcare and prior authorization environment, apply today! Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss the opportunity and next steps.******************************************************************* I'd love to talk to you if you think this position is right up your alley, and assure a prompt communication, whichever direction. If you're looking for rewarding employment and a company that puts its employees first, we'd like to work with you. Sam BangaLead Technical Recruiter Company Overview: Amerit Consulting is an extremely fast-growing staffing and consulting firm. Amerit Consulting was founded in 2002 to provide consulting, temporary staffing, direct hire, and payrolling services to Fortune 500 companies nationally; as well as small to mid-sized organizations on a local & regional level. Currently, Amerit has over 2,000 employees in 47 states. We develop and implement solutions that help our clients operate more efficiently, deliver greater customer satisfaction, and see a positive impact on their bottom line. We create value by bringing together the right people to achieve results. Our clients and employees say they choose to work with Amerit because of how we work with them - with service that exceeds their expectations and a personal commitment to their success. Our deep expertise in human capital management has fueled our expansion into direct hire placements, temporary staffing, contract placements, and additional staffing and consulting services that propel our clients’ businesses forward. Amerit Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state and federal laws.

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