Approval Officer

🏢 NMC GROUP SERVICES.
📍 Dubai, United Arab EmiratesFull-timeOn-site
📅 Posted: 1w ago🔄 Updated: 1w ago
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The Approval Officer will be responsible for reviewing and approving prescriptions, medications, purchase requisitions, and stock requests, ensuring compliance with medical guidelines, budgets, and healthcare regulations. This role involves coordinating with pharmacists, physicians, and finance teams, validating insurance and billing information, maintaining accurate records in hospital information systems (HIS/ERP), and supporting regulatory compliance. The position requires strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills, with a preference for candidates holding an MBA/PG Diploma in Business Management (Finance) and prior experience in hospital pharmacy or healthcare approvals. 1. Prescription & Medication ApprovalReview prescriptions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with medical guidelines. Approve or escalate prescriptions requiring clinical or financial validation. Ensure controlled and high-risk medications are properly authorized. 2. Procurement & Inventory ApprovalVerify pharmacy purchase requisitions and stock requests. Approve procurement based on budget, necessity, and policy compliance. Monitor inventory movement to avoid ov
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Attention to DetailAnalytical SkillsDecision MakingCommunicationReport WritingCollaborationStakeholder Management
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pharmacy operationsaudit requirements
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MEP SystemsMEP Coordination
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Data Management
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Process ImprovementRisk Management
Education & Training
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Requirements
  • Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Healthcare Administration, or related field. 

    • Prior experience in hospital pharmacy or healthcare approvals preferred. 

    • Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and hospital workflows. 

    Skills Required

    • Attention to detail and accuracy 

    • Knowledge of pharmacy operations and medications 

    • Strong analytical and decision-making skills 

    • Familiarity with HIS/ERP systems 

    • Good communication and coordination skills 

    • Understanding of compliance and audit requirements 

Description
1. Prescription & Medication ApprovalReview prescriptions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with medical guidelines. Approve or escalate prescriptions requiring clinical or financial validation. Ensure controlled and high-risk medications are properly authorized. 2. Procurement & Inventory ApprovalVerify pharmacy purchase requisitions and stock requests. Approve procurement based on budget, necessity, and policy compliance. Monitor inventory movement to avoid overstocking or shortages. 3. Insurance & Billing CoordinationValidate medication charges for insurance and billing purposes. Ensure compliance with payer rules and reimbursement policies. Coordinate with billing and finance teams for approvals and corrections. 4. Regulatory ComplianceEnsure all approvals comply with healthcare regulations and internal policies. Maintain documentation for audits and inspections. Support adherence to pharmacy laws and accreditation standards. 5. System & Documentation ManagementProcess approvals in hospital information systems (HIS/ERP). Maintain accurate records of all approvals and rejections. Generate reports as required by management. 6. Communication & CoordinationCoordinate with pharmacists, physicians, and finance teams. Clarify discrepancies in requests before approval. Provide guidance on approval requirements and procedures. 
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