Temporary - Ambulatory Care - Pharmacy Technician - Medication Access Specialist - OSC Pharmacotherapy Clinic - Part Time - 8 Hour - Days
JMHAS John Muir Health - Administrative Services
Apply to this job Walnut Creek Until 8/22/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 20, 2026 Last posted May 20, 2026
Job description
Job Description:
The Medication Access Specialist is responsible for supporting ambulatory care pharmacy programs that support patient medication access. The position is responsible for providing support to prior authorization (PA) and financial assistance (FA) processes, medication refills, and other related patient support activities. This role focuses on completing prior authorizations, communicating with insurers and clinic staff, working on refill protocols, to prevent therapy interruptions. The Specialist serves as a key liaison between patients, providers, payers, and pharmacy teams to ensure smooth medication access.Education:
- High School Graduate or Equivalent - Required or Equivalent
- Completion of Pharmacy Technician Program - Preferred
Experience:
- 3-5 years of experience as a licensed Pharmacy Technician in a clinical, ambulatory care, or specialty pharmacy setting – Required
Additional Experience Preferences:
- Demonstrated experience with prior authorizations (PAs), insurance verification, and medication access workflows
- Proficient in using electronic health records (EHRs), pharmacy benefit tools, and prior authorization portals (e.g., CoverMyMeds, Surescripts, etc)
- Experience collaborating with pharmacists, providers, and insurance companies to resolve access barriers and support patient adherence
- Strong understanding of specialty and high-cost medications, including coordination with patient assistance programs (PAPs) and manufacturer hubs
Certifications/Licensures:
- Pharmacy Tech - California Board of Pharmacy – Required
- CPhT Pharmacy Technician - PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board - Required
This position is Temporary and expected to last at least until December 31st 2026. This position will be benefits eligible.
Shift: 8am-4:30pm - 8:30am-5pm
Work Shift:
08.0 - 08:00 - 16:30 No Waive (United States of America)Pay Range:
$38.04 - $51.35HourlyOffer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure.
Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area.
Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word ‘exempt’ on it.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20About this role
Summary
Support medication access, prior authorizations, insurance & patient coordination.
Job title
pharmacy technician - medication access specialist
Experience level
3-5 years
Minimum experience
3+ years exp
Industry
healthcare
Location requirements
Must be located in Walnut Creek, CA, with some remote work allowed.
Salary
$0k–$0k
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
pharmacy technician licensePTCB certificationexperience with EHRsmedication workflows
Preferred skills
specialty medicationshigh-cost medspatient assistance programs
Specializations
medication accessprior authorizationinsurance verificationmedication workflowspatient support
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Walnut Creek, CA, USA
Hybrid City