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Akido
Ontario, California
Source: Akido careers · View original posting
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Akido builds AI-powered doctors.
Akido is the first AI-native care provider, combining cutting-edge technology with a nationwide medical network to address America’s physician shortage and make exceptional healthcare universal. Its AI empowers doctors to deliver faster, more accurate, and more compassionate care.
Serving 500K+ patients across California, Rhode Island, and New York, Akido offers primary and specialty care in 26 specialties—from serving unhoused communities in Los Angeles to ride-share drivers in New York.
Founded in 2015 (YC W15), Akido is expanding its risk-bearing care models and scaling ScopeAI, its breakthrough clinical AI platform.
Read more about Akido’s $60M Series B
. More info at
Akidolabs.com.
Position Summary
The Pharmacy Technician – Prior Authorization Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating medication prior authorization requests across all clinics within the organization. This role serves as a critical liaison between providers, patients, pharmacies, insurance carriers, and clinical staff to ensure timely approval of prescribed medications and continuity of care.
The Pharmacy Technician will review authorization requirements, gather necessary clinical documentation, submit requests, monitor pending cases, and communicate outcomes to key stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of pharmacy benefit management processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Essential Functions
Process medication prior authorization requests for all clinic locations in accordance with payer requirements and organizational standards.
Review patient charts and clinical documentation to ensure completeness prior to submission.
Collaborate with providers, medical assistants, nurses, and clinic staff to obtain supporting clinical information.
Submit prior authorization requests through payer portals, electronic prior authorization systems, fax, or phone.
Monitor authorization status and follow up with insurance companies to expedite approvals.
Communicate authorization determinations, denials, and appeals requirements to providers and clinic teams.
Maintain accurate documentation of all authorization activities within the electronic health record (EHR).
Track authorization turnaround times and identify barriers impacting medication access.
Assist in resolving medication coverage issues and identify alternative formulary options when appropriate.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, insurer guidelines, and organizational policies.
Hourly pay range
$28 — $32 USD
Akido Labs, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage qualified applicants of every background, ability, and life experience to contact us about appropriate employment opportunities.
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