Specialty Medication Coordinator - 145909

Specialty Medication Coordinator - 145909

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

St. Joseph's Hospital is currently seeking a full-time Specialty Medication Coordinator.

Position Details:

• Facility: St. Joseph's Hospital
• Location: Tampa, FL
• Status: Full Time, hourly
• Shift Hours: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
• Weekend Work: None
• On Call: No

Specialty Medication Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Obtain prior authorizations for specialty medications
• Identify copay assistance including patient assistance programs and foundation assistance
• Navigate prescriptions to appropriate specialty pharmacies for fulfillment and offer BayCare HomeCare services to qualifying patients to optimize continuity of care.
• Possess specific skills and training in managing financial and clinical information, working with financial eligibility or third-party programs, and effectively communicating with patients and caregivers throughout the prescription process.
• Work with clinic staff and pharmacists to identify patients started on specialty medications, streamline prior authorizations turnaround time, and assist patient in obtaining other forms of financial assistance when possible.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent GED
• 1 year healthcare experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pharmacy Technician experience
• Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

BayCare is all about making the most of your life and loving your career. With this in mind, BayCare provides an array of benefits to help you meet the daily challenges of balancing all aspects of your life and career goals.

• Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities
• Community discounts and more
• AND the Chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled