Patient Medication History Pharmacy Specialist - Pharmacy Certified Technician Specialist - The Jewish Hospital
About The Position
Under the general supervision of a pharmacist, the primary responsibility of the Certified Pharmacy Technician Specialist is to obtain and document accurate admission medication histories for patients admitted to or placed under observation in the acute care setting. This role is primarily based in the Emergency Department, where the technician collaborates with the healthcare team to support medication reconciliation and promote safe, effective patient care. The Certified Pharmacy Technician Specialist is responsible for providing pharmacy services, including, but not limited to preparing pharmaceuticals, performing inventory control, compliance audits, and financial transactions, providing customer service, and maintaining pharmacy records. The Certified Pharm Tech Specialist will lead specialized activities within the department which will include the following job functions: Chemotherapy IV Compounding, Sterile IV Preparation Oversight, Research, and much more.
Requirements
- High School Degree or GED
- ExCPT Certification provided by the National Health Career Association or Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification and registration with State Board of Pharmacy (required)
- Valid state driver’s license (required)
- 1 year of experience in Retail, Ambulatory, Outpatient, Hospital, Acute Care, or Home Infusion pharmacy (required)
- Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
- Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
- Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Requires knowledge of pharmacy terminology, medication names, and aseptic technique
Responsibilities
- Receiving and verifying the accuracy and authenticity of prescriptions
- Reviewing and recording patient information with their prescription in compliance with the guidelines of the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Assists in the education and precepting of new pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, performance improvement activities
- Providing instructions to educate people on the correct way to take their medicine
- Protecting employees and patients by adhering to infection-control protocols and policies
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- incentives
- referral bonuses
- 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage
- HSA/FSA options
- life insurance
- mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off
- parental and FMLA leave
- short- and long-term disability
- backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance
- professional development and continuing education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
