At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pharmacy workflows and ensure smooth operations for patient care.
- Company: Join Cencora, a leader in healthcare innovation and support.
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, professional development, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with mentorship and volunteer opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: High school diploma and 2+ years in pharmacy or healthcare operations.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 $ per year.
Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.
Summary of Role: Supports specialty pharmacy workflows across prescription intake, benefit verification, claims follow-up, prior authorization support, and fulfillment activities using established procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinates required documentation and daily handoffs for prior authorization, clinical review, and related operational requests within defined timelines.
- Reviews claims, orders, refill activity, shipment details, and inventory information to identify routine discrepancies and complete approved corrective actions.
- Tracks backorders, substitutions, replenishment updates, and product availability issues to support continuity of pharmacy operations.
- Documents workflow activity, issue resolution steps, and required records accurately to maintain traceability and compliance with privacy, safety, and audit standards.
- Communicates workflow status, missing information, and routine operational issues to pharmacists, technicians, payers, service teams, and other approved contacts.
- Shares standard process guidance with peers and newer team members and supports updates to checklists, templates, or workflow notes after review and approval.
Education:
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
Skills and Knowledge:
- 2+ years of experience in pharmacy support, healthcare operations, claims processing, medication access, fulfillment support, or a related operational environment required.
Certifications:
- Certification in pharmacy technician practice, or equivalent preferred.
What Cencora offers: We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.
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Cencora is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and growth of its team members, offering a collaborative and purpose-driven work culture in Regina, SK. With comprehensive benefits that support physical, emotional, and financial wellness, along with ample opportunities for professional development and mentorship, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that is committed to creating healthier futures for people and animals alike.
