Pharmacy Medication History Specialist

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital • Rapid City, SD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Medication History Specialist provides technical assistance to interdisciplinary teams by collecting, clarifying, and documenting medication histories under the direction of a pharmacist. The role is based in the Pharmacy Department at Rapid City Hospital in Rapid City, South Dakota, and requires working assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department. The position is scheduled for 40 hours weekly, with a starting pay range of $21.67 to $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 Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy Technician certification.
• Obtain Medication History Certification through the PTCB or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the National Healthcare Association (NHA) within 18 months of hire.
• 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 Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
• Technician Product Verification (Tech-Check-Tech) Certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (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.
• Effectively use multiple databases.
• Assist with training new employees as directed by a supervisor.
• Assist in training physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals 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 a supervisor.
• Develop professional rapport with support staff team members and convey confidence and direction as an advanced team member.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Retirement plans
• Health Savings Account and 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED