UC Davis Health
Pharmacy Technician 3 – Prior Authorization
UC Davis Health, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Pharmacy Technician 3 – Prior Authorization
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12/12/2025 at 11:59pm
Job Summary The Pharmacy Technician 3 is responsible for gathering information from medical records and other sources to process prior authorization requests, analyzing required data, recommending to pharmacist, communicating requests, and maintaining a database to document workload and impact on patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Works under direct supervision of a pharmacist while performing duties of a pharmacy technician (75%)
Supports clinical pharmacist in the clinic (10%)
Completes documentation on all requests (10%)
Other duties as assigned (5%)
Minimum Qualifications
California Licensed Pharmacy Technician
Recent experience processing third party billing
Experience in performing pharmacy calculations
Demonstrated knowledge of generic and trade drug names and pharmacy terminology
Experience in using pharmacy information systems and looking up patient data on hospital information systems
Excellent customer service and communication skills (oral and written)
Preferred Qualifications
Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)
Recent outpatient pharmacy experience
PBM pharmacy technician experiencePrior Authorization / Patient Assistance Program experience
Knowledge of hospital, department, and university policies and procedures
Familiarity with hospital, HBC, PCN layout and patient care areas
Experience following established protocol and keeping accurate records with attention to detail
Position Information
Salary: $35.69 - $44.44 per hour
Shift: Day Shift (8 Hours)
Location: Pharmacy Shared Service Center (BLDG108)
Appointment Type: Staff: Career
Number of Positions: 2
Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Worksite: 100% on-site
Benefits UC Davis offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, leave, paid time off, continuing education allowance, and more. For full eligibility guidelines, refer to UC Davis Health Employee or UC Employee Benefits Summaries.
High-quality and low-cost medical plans
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums
Extensive leave benefits: pregnancy, parental, family & medical leave
Paid holidays and time off per policies
Continuing education allowance and reimbursement program
Free professional development courses and learning opportunities
WorkLife and Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Program with mental health services
Supplemental insurance: life, disability, pet, legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and student loan repayment assistance
Retirement benefit options including pension and retirement saving plans
Physical Demands
Standing – Occasional up to 3 hours
Walking – Occasional up to 3 hours
Sitting – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Lifting/Carrying 0-25 lbs – Occasional up to 3 hours
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs – Occasional up to 3 hours
Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs – Occasional up to 3 hours
Bending/Stooping – Occasional up to 3 hours
Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional up to 3 hours
Twisting – Occasional up to 3 hours
Climbing (stairs, ladders) – Occasional up to 3 hours
Reaching overhead – Occasional up to 3 hours
Keyboard use / repetitive motion – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Environmental Demands
Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – Occasional up to 3 hours
Loud noise levels – Occasional up to 3 hours
Uneven surfaces or elevations – Occasional up to 3 hours
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Complex problem solving / reasoning – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Organize & prioritize – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Communication skills – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Numerical skills – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Constant interaction – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Customer/Patient contact – Frequent 3 to 6 hours
Multiple concurrent tasks – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke- and tobacco-free campus. Smoking, vaping, and use of nicotine products are strictly prohibited on any UC Davis property, indoors or outdoors.
Special Requirements
Position requires clearance of a criminal background check, drug screening, medical evaluation, and functional capacity assessment.
Mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy; compliance with training requirements.
Misconduct disclosure requirement: Final candidate must disclose any misconduct decisions, allegations, or investigations within last seven years.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging UC Davis is committed to building a healthier, more resilient world and welcomes new perspectives. We are an equal employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For our anti-discrimination policy, visit https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination . Our recruitment process supports authenticity and openness. You may be an excellent fit—apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
To learn more about our background check program, visit https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
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– UC Davis Health
Apply by
12/12/2025 at 11:59pm
Job Summary The Pharmacy Technician 3 is responsible for gathering information from medical records and other sources to process prior authorization requests, analyzing required data, recommending to pharmacist, communicating requests, and maintaining a database to document workload and impact on patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Works under direct supervision of a pharmacist while performing duties of a pharmacy technician (75%)
Supports clinical pharmacist in the clinic (10%)
Completes documentation on all requests (10%)
Other duties as assigned (5%)
Minimum Qualifications
California Licensed Pharmacy Technician
Recent experience processing third party billing
Experience in performing pharmacy calculations
Demonstrated knowledge of generic and trade drug names and pharmacy terminology
Experience in using pharmacy information systems and looking up patient data on hospital information systems
Excellent customer service and communication skills (oral and written)
Preferred Qualifications
Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB)
Recent outpatient pharmacy experience
PBM pharmacy technician experiencePrior Authorization / Patient Assistance Program experience
Knowledge of hospital, department, and university policies and procedures
Familiarity with hospital, HBC, PCN layout and patient care areas
Experience following established protocol and keeping accurate records with attention to detail
Position Information
Salary: $35.69 - $44.44 per hour
Shift: Day Shift (8 Hours)
Location: Pharmacy Shared Service Center (BLDG108)
Appointment Type: Staff: Career
Number of Positions: 2
Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Worksite: 100% on-site
Benefits UC Davis offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, leave, paid time off, continuing education allowance, and more. For full eligibility guidelines, refer to UC Davis Health Employee or UC Employee Benefits Summaries.
High-quality and low-cost medical plans
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums
Extensive leave benefits: pregnancy, parental, family & medical leave
Paid holidays and time off per policies
Continuing education allowance and reimbursement program
Free professional development courses and learning opportunities
WorkLife and Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Program with mental health services
Supplemental insurance: life, disability, pet, legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and student loan repayment assistance
Retirement benefit options including pension and retirement saving plans
Physical Demands
Standing – Occasional up to 3 hours
Walking – Occasional up to 3 hours
Sitting – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Lifting/Carrying 0-25 lbs – Occasional up to 3 hours
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs – Occasional up to 3 hours
Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs – Occasional up to 3 hours
Bending/Stooping – Occasional up to 3 hours
Squatting/Kneeling – Occasional up to 3 hours
Twisting – Occasional up to 3 hours
Climbing (stairs, ladders) – Occasional up to 3 hours
Reaching overhead – Occasional up to 3 hours
Keyboard use / repetitive motion – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Environmental Demands
Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – Occasional up to 3 hours
Loud noise levels – Occasional up to 3 hours
Uneven surfaces or elevations – Occasional up to 3 hours
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Complex problem solving / reasoning – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Organize & prioritize – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Communication skills – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Numerical skills – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Constant interaction – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Customer/Patient contact – Frequent 3 to 6 hours
Multiple concurrent tasks – Continuous 6 to 8+ hours
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke- and tobacco-free campus. Smoking, vaping, and use of nicotine products are strictly prohibited on any UC Davis property, indoors or outdoors.
Special Requirements
Position requires clearance of a criminal background check, drug screening, medical evaluation, and functional capacity assessment.
Mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy; compliance with training requirements.
Misconduct disclosure requirement: Final candidate must disclose any misconduct decisions, allegations, or investigations within last seven years.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging UC Davis is committed to building a healthier, more resilient world and welcomes new perspectives. We are an equal employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For our anti-discrimination policy, visit https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination . Our recruitment process supports authenticity and openness. You may be an excellent fit—apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
To learn more about our background check program, visit https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
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