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Ambulatory Medication Access Coordinator - Pharmacy - UH Truman Medical Center (
University Health KC, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
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Ambulatory Medication Access Coordinator - Pharmacy - UH Truman Medical Center (Mon - Fri, 8:00a-5:00p, Hybrid schedule)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Pharmacy Inpatient UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Ambulatory Medication Access Coordinator (AMAC)
Empowering Access. Elevating Outcomes.
Join our patient-centered team dedicated to removing medication access barriers and optimizing ambulatory care. As the
Ambulatory Medication Access Coordinator (AMAC) , you'll play a vital role in streamlining access to high-cost, take-home specialty medications—ensuring timely treatment for patients and clinical efficiency for providers.
Working across clinics, payers, and pharmacy operations, the AMAC serves as the point person for
medication access navigation ,
insurance coordination , and
reimbursement optimization . You'll advocate for patients through complex benefit investigations, prior authorization support, and financial assistance programs—making a measurable impact in lives and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between TMC patients, ambulatory care teams, and the pharmacy department for medication access and reimbursement issues Conduct detailed benefit investigations and complete insurance prior authorizations for high-cost outpatient medications Identify financial assistance programs, including manufacturer-sponsored support, grants, and alternative coverage options Monitor, track, and resolve issues related to payment denials, coverage gaps, and under-reimbursement Compile data and reports for contract optimization, utilization trends, and payer performance Assist in developing and refining workflows that promote clinic efficiency and timely patient access Refer patients to copay assistance and charity programs, when applicable Collaborate with internal pharmacy teams and external payers to maintain excellent service continuity Perform retrospective utilization reviews for denied claims and recommend process improvements
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
in a healthcare-related field OR an equivalent combination of education and healthcare/pharmacy experience
3 to 5 years
of experience in healthcare access, specialty pharmacy, prior authorizations, or insurance benefit management
Registered Pharmacy Technician
in Missouri at time of hire
National technician certification
(PTCB or equivalent) within 6 months of hire
Strong computer skills with proficiency in
Word, Excel, databases, and electronic health systems
Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and
conflict resolution skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize in a
dynamic, high-volume environment
Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal abilities across diverse clinical teams
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with medication reimbursement and billing processes Familiarity with pharmacy benefit management (PBM), prior authorization platforms, or EHR systems Understanding of insurance coverage, medical/pharmacy coding, and ambulatory care workflows Proven track record in securing patient access to specialty medications
Why This Role Matters
The AMAC is critical to ensuring our patients get the right medications at the right time—with minimal delays or financial hardship. If you thrive at the intersection of
healthcare operations, access advocacy , and
pharmacy services , we want to hear from you.
Join us in
improving lives through access and equity in care . Seniority level
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Ambulatory Medication Access Coordinator - Pharmacy - UH Truman Medical Center (Mon - Fri, 8:00a-5:00p, Hybrid schedule)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Pharmacy Inpatient UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Ambulatory Medication Access Coordinator (AMAC)
Empowering Access. Elevating Outcomes.
Join our patient-centered team dedicated to removing medication access barriers and optimizing ambulatory care. As the
Ambulatory Medication Access Coordinator (AMAC) , you'll play a vital role in streamlining access to high-cost, take-home specialty medications—ensuring timely treatment for patients and clinical efficiency for providers.
Working across clinics, payers, and pharmacy operations, the AMAC serves as the point person for
medication access navigation ,
insurance coordination , and
reimbursement optimization . You'll advocate for patients through complex benefit investigations, prior authorization support, and financial assistance programs—making a measurable impact in lives and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between TMC patients, ambulatory care teams, and the pharmacy department for medication access and reimbursement issues Conduct detailed benefit investigations and complete insurance prior authorizations for high-cost outpatient medications Identify financial assistance programs, including manufacturer-sponsored support, grants, and alternative coverage options Monitor, track, and resolve issues related to payment denials, coverage gaps, and under-reimbursement Compile data and reports for contract optimization, utilization trends, and payer performance Assist in developing and refining workflows that promote clinic efficiency and timely patient access Refer patients to copay assistance and charity programs, when applicable Collaborate with internal pharmacy teams and external payers to maintain excellent service continuity Perform retrospective utilization reviews for denied claims and recommend process improvements
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
in a healthcare-related field OR an equivalent combination of education and healthcare/pharmacy experience
3 to 5 years
of experience in healthcare access, specialty pharmacy, prior authorizations, or insurance benefit management
Registered Pharmacy Technician
in Missouri at time of hire
National technician certification
(PTCB or equivalent) within 6 months of hire
Strong computer skills with proficiency in
Word, Excel, databases, and electronic health systems
Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and
conflict resolution skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize in a
dynamic, high-volume environment
Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal abilities across diverse clinical teams
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with medication reimbursement and billing processes Familiarity with pharmacy benefit management (PBM), prior authorization platforms, or EHR systems Understanding of insurance coverage, medical/pharmacy coding, and ambulatory care workflows Proven track record in securing patient access to specialty medications
Why This Role Matters
The AMAC is critical to ensuring our patients get the right medications at the right time—with minimal delays or financial hardship. If you thrive at the intersection of
healthcare operations, access advocacy , and
pharmacy services , we want to hear from you.
Join us in
improving lives through access and equity in care . Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Other Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at University Health KC by 2x Get notified about new Access Coordinator jobs in
Kansas City, MO . Service Dispatcher/ Administrative Assistant
PRN Cardiac New Patient Intake Coordinator
Overland Park, KS $19.00-$21.00 3 days ago Clinical Administrative Coordinator - Overland Park, KS
Overland Park, KS $16.88-$33.22 1 week ago Overland Park, KS $26.00-$29.37 4 days ago Administrative Assistant - 10th Judicial District
Kansas City, MO $45,800.00-$54,800.00 1 day ago Overland Park, KS $17.82-$22.80 3 days ago Temporary Front Office Coordinator/ Administrative Assistant
Kansas City Metropolitan Area 2 weeks ago Medical Space Operations Coordinator Timeshare Coordinator
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