Medication Reconciliation Pharmacy Tech

Southern Ohio Medical Center•Portsmouth, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the direction and supervision of the Pharmacists and the Registered Pharmacist Supervisor. The Medication Reconciliation Pharmacy Technician's primary job function is to prepare and distribute medications and to assist the Pharmacist in the preparation of patient home medication lists. Performs quality control, routine maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
Completion of a board approved Pharmacy Technician training program or National Certification required
State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration required
Pharmacy Technician training program or certification or prior technician work experience required.

Responsibilities

Profiles physician orders in computer system for pharmacist review.
Provides prompt, efficient, and courteous service, answer telephone inquiries; takes messages when necessary or directs inquiry to the appropriate person.
Responsible for general cleanliness of work area/department.
Ability to recognize narcotic discrepancies and perform audits as necessary.
Delivers medications to Meds to Beds patients (in Emergency Room).
Enters patient charges/credits into computer profile system.
Checks incoming orders of medications and pharmacy supplies against purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness.
Reviews patient medication profile to identify medications available through Patient Assistance.
Contacts drug manufacturer for any application forms needed and/or enrolling patients for various programs over the phone/internet.
Performs medication reconciliation by interviewing patients and/or family member to validate home medications.
Contacts pharmacies, nursing homes, and the Veteran Affairs for a complete list of home medications.
Communicates with the Pharmacist regarding any questions about home medications.
Enters the patients’ complete and accurate list of home medications into Meditech.
Obtains necessary income documentation from patients for various programs.
Completes applications and obtains prescriptions for each manufacturer's applications. May coordinate with physician regarding and substitutions and obtains signed applications/prescriptions.
Educates patient on his/her responsibility for re-ordering prescriptions.
Communicates with Purchasing Agent regarding stock levels and items needed to assure adequate inventory. Assures stock rotation and placement of items in appropriate storage areas.

Benefits

Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis
Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility
Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday
Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days
Life insurance and disability coverage
Tuition and certification assistance
Club LC - discounted/free gym membership
Employee discount and payroll deduct programs