Pharmacy Technician Specialist (Authorization Specialist)

The Pharmacy Technician Specialist will be working in an office setting assisting with scheduling, answering phone calls, processing referrals, working through authorization and billing issues, and reconciling medication history. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys customer service, comfortable on the phone and prefers working in an office setting and has some prior knowledge of pharmacy and medical insurance processing.

Description

Coordinate with insurance companies, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and specialty pharmacies to resolve coverage issues

Initiate, submit, and track pharmacy prior authorizations for prescription medications

Monitor authorization status and follow up proactively to avoid treatment delays

Document authorization outcomes, approvals, denials, and appeals in the electronic medical record (EMR) system

Assist with appeal submissions by gathering clinical support and completing required payer forms

Educate patients on authorization status, coverage limitations, copay assistance programs, and next steps

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payer policies, formularies, and authorization requirements

Top Skills Details

Medical terminology

EPIC

1 year of authorization experience in medication

Minimum 2 years pharmacy technician experience

Great role for someone that doesn't want to be in the pharmacy anymore and wants to be on the authorization side!

CHPT, TCH required

Work Environment

Remote but local to San Diego - Would need to come into the office if having wifi problems/technical difficulties, etc. - driving distance to San Diego preferred

MUST HAVE OWN EQUIPMENT - strong wifi

8hr (x5) Shifts

M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

Duration: 13 week contract possibility for extension

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial pharmacy plans

Prior experience with medication appeals

High school diploma

Interview Information

Interview 1 step with Hiring manager for the department

This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in San Diego,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.