University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)
The Pharmacy Specialist applies clinical expertise to process prior authorization requests and handle inquiries regarding drug therapy and prescription benefit design. This role involves communicating with healthcare providers and patients to provide accurate information on coverage policies and therapeutic alternatives. The position requires entering coverage decisions into pharmacy benefit manager software and managing a high-volume phone queue system.
Headquarters
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Company Size
5001-10000 employees
Founded
1989
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is improving the health and health care of Arkansans. UAMS, with its intersection of education, research and clinical programs, brings a unique capacity to lead health care improvement in Arkansas. Among its assets for leadership are its status as the only academic health center in the state, its statewide network of centers for public education and clinical outreach, its emphasis on population health, and its leadership in health informatics and statewide information technology. In addition, UAMS has a unique capacity for translational research – speeding the rate at which research can inform clinical care and health improvement.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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