Pharm Tech-Med Hx Spec
About The Position
Baystate Health is seeking a Med History Tech to join our Pharmacy at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. Schedule Details Job Type: Full time- Hours: 40 Schedule: Days Required Work Experience: 3- 6 months of experience as a pharmacy technician Required Education: Certified Pharm Tech Highschool diploma or GED Summary: Under the supervision of the care team pharmacist, the pharmacy technician/medication history specialist, interviews patients and reviews medication-related documentation for the purpose of compiling a medication history for patients being admitted to Baystate Medical Center. Compiled history information is entered into the patient's electronic health record for the purpose of facilitating medication reconciliation by the admitting provider. May perform a variety of functions that impact the medication reconciliation process and patient care. Pharmacy technicians, under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assist in various activities of the pharmacy department and are responsible for the essential functions and responsibilities outlined in this document, noting every employee is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Leadership has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities based on changes in workflows or processes as necessary. The employee is expected to: Obtain and maintain appropriate knowledge and understanding of Baystate Medical Center/Baystate Health (BH) Pharmacy Services. This knowledge includes the values, policies, and procedures of BMC/BH and BH Pharmacy Services. Understand major job responsibilities and performance factors that help meet the responsibilities which include: Drug Distribution; Dedication to Quality Improvement Initiatives; Customer Service & Teamwork; Attendance. Demonstrate commitment and dedication to patient-centered delivery of care
Requirements
- 3- 6 months of experience as a pharmacy technician
- GED or HiSET
- Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
Nice To Haves
- Experience with medication names, their uses, doses, and routes of administration is strongly preferred
- Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
- Excellent computer skills and the ability to use various software applications
- Excellent patient interview skills
- Must be able to work independently and utilizes critical thinking skills and effective time management skills to prioritize tasks
Responsibilities
- Collects an accurate best possible medication list of the patient's home medications in anticipation of hospital admission.
- Gathers information for the best possible medication list from various resources (patient interviews, physician offices, community pharmacies, historical encounters, extended care facilities, or other acute care facilities) to ensure a complete and accurate entry into the hospital's electronic health record.
- Effectively communicates with other health care professionals to prioritize patient care and identify patient-specific needs.
- Accurately enters the home medication list into the information system for utilization by the provider responsible for admitting the patient.
- Updates the medication list promptly so it can be used as the foundation for the patient's admission medication orders.
- Directs any unresolved issues to the admitting provider.
- Greets, directs, and assists patients, visitors, physicians and ancillary department staff; answers telephones and inquiries by using personable etiquette, or timely refers information to appropriate personnel.
Benefits
- Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
