Medical Assistant II Medication Access Prior Auth - Medication Clinic - Full Time

About the job

Provides centralized medication access support for The Elliot Health Systems patients, including medical and pharmacy benefits.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and submits requests for medication prior authorization.
• Retrieves prescription information from the electronic medical record and provide next steps for patient access.
• Communicates with patients, physicians and clinic office staff regarding access to and use of medications.
• Prioritizes and resolves questions from patients and clinic staff.
• Adheres to clinical guidelines set by medical staff.
• Captures medication patient assistance programs and other low-cost alternatives for patients.
• Participates in training programs, precepting students and staff meetings.
• Supports Medication Access Nurse and Pharmacist activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Professional Certification OR Medical Administrative Assistant Certification required.
• Nationally Recognized MA Certification Required (CMA- AAMA, CCMA-NHA, NCMA-NCCT, RMA-AMT, etc.)
• Previous experience in a clinical setting required. Three years experience with medication and authorizations highly preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Professional Certification OR Medical Administrative Assistant Certification required.
• Nationally Recognized MA Certification Required (CMA- AAMA, CCMA-NHA, NCMA-NCCT, RMA-AMT, etc.)
• Previous experience in a clinical setting required. Three years experience with medication and authorizations highly preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Knowledge of clinical guidelines.
• Experience with electronic medical records.

Benefits

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Competitive pay.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Programs.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Multiple onsite gym locations with FREE access for employees (plus yoga, personal training and more).

Pay

• Competitive pay.

Schedule

• M-F 8 to 4:30, no holidays/weekends, fully remote with hybrid/in-office option.
• Must Live Local.

Elliot Health System

• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Committed to career development.
• Living & Working in NH.
• Comprehensive list of benefits.