Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Pharmacy Billing Coordinator ensures that all authorizations/certifications for drug therapy are completed in accordance with payer criteria and policy, in a timely manner, and prior to therapy initiation. The PBC will work on behalf of the patient to optimize access to all available funding sources, including patient and copay assistance programs.

The Pharmacy Technician III operational functions of pharmacy technicians as required for the specific role. The pharmacy technician III independently performs a variety of technical pharmaceutical functions which may include compounding medications, preparing prescriptions, performing order entry, ordering medications, prior authorization of patient specific therapies, and internal auditing. This position will work with stakeholders inside and outside of the pharmacy department to complete crucial and complex tasks relating to patient care, financial and billing practices, or regulatory compliance.

This role will have the opportunity to work partially at our campus and remotely.

Please be aware that this is a Per-Diem role.

Responsibilities

• Determine benefit limits and secure insurance approvals for specialty and high-cost medications
• Work closely with care team to communicate any coverage issues
• Evaluate patterns in denied claims taking corrective action and educating staff as needed
• Liaison with Patient Financial Services
• Serve as a resource to patients and staff regarding insurance and drug coverage questions
• Provide patient assistance program information and education to providers, patients and medical center staff
• Completing and submitting prior authorization forms and patient assistance applications
• Reprocessing denied or rejected third party claims
• Train and educate staff on pharmacy billing functions
• Participate in billing related meetings
• Retail pharmacy reconciliation and reporting
• Other pharmacy related duties in accordance with regulations under Washington State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission
• Participate in professional pharmacy organizations.
• Promote an image of service and goodwill to the patients, public, and hospital staff.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Qualifications

Required:

• WA State Pharmacy Technician License
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an approved pharmacy technician training program
• 2 years pharmacy technician experience
• Proficient in Microsoft suite
• Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear, concise and professional manner
• Ability to perform basic pharmaceutical calculations
• Ability to use a mouse, navigate computer programs, enter data into computer systems accurately and efficiently
• Familiar with the generic names of drugs along with their basic indication
• Able to perform basic pharmaceutical calculations
• Review and correct discrepancies identified in daily, weekly and monthly billing reports
• Ability to work in a fast paced and complex environment

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree
• Attention to detail and accuracy documentation of information
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Experience with electronic medical records[GK1]
• Previous experience in pharmacy billing
• Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 and other medical terminology
• Knowledge of the health care environment and electronic medical records

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $39.56 to $59.34, which includes the per diem differential, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees access to a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, and paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked).

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