Pharmacy Medication History Specialist
Monument Health•Rapid City, SD
•$22 - $27•Onsite
About The Position
Provides technical assistance to interdisciplinary teams in collecting, clarifying, and documenting medication histories under the direction of a pharmacist. The position is based in the RCH Pharmacy at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital in Rapid City, South Dakota, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. The stated starting pay range is $21.67–$27.09, determined by the applicant’s knowledge, skills, and experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent in General Studies.
- Register with the South Dakota Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of hire.
- Obtain Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) within 30 days of hire.
- Within 18 months of hire, obtain either Medication History Certification from the PTCB or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification from the National Healthcare Association (NHA).
- Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of pharmacy experience.
- Hazardous Drug Management Certification from the PTCB.
- Technician Product Verification (Tech-Check-Tech) Certification from the PTCB.
Responsibilities
- Interview patients to obtain medication histories, current medication lists, and allergy information.
- Accurately document patient medication histories, current medication lists, and allergies under pharmacist supervision.
- Validate medication information using various sources to ensure accuracy.
- Effectively use multiple databases.
- Assist with training new employees as directed by the supervisor.
- Assist physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals with training on data entry into the EMR.
- Communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals.
- Complete annual competencies in a timely manner.
- Complete computer software maintenance as assigned by the supervisor.
- Develop professional rapport with support staff team members, conveying confidence and direction as an advanced team member.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Retirement plans
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Instant pay for qualifying positions
- Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Tuition assistance or reimbursement
- Pay differentials for qualifying positions
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive work culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
