Pharmacy Medication History Technician
About The Position
The pharmacy medication history technician, working under the supervision and instruction of a licensed pharmacist, performs procedures and duties relating to the services Scope of Care. This can include collecting patients medications histories, as well as serving operational pharmacy technician roles in the main pharmacy when needed including automated dispensing functions, special project assignments, and prioritizing work responsibilities. For successful job performance, the pharmacy technician should be flexible and show keen attention to detail, exhibit initiative and be willing to work as part of a team. In addition, this individual should be cooperative and willing to cross train to fill in for other team members as necessary. The technician must be able to provide services as appropriate (under the direct supervision of a pharmacist) to meet the needs of neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient age groups served at all Ballad Health facilities and comply with all state and federal regulations. Increased Skills/functionalities/assignments performed by the Medication History Technician can include, but arent limited to: A. Expected to train and mentor other Medication History Technicians B. Interviews patients to obtain or verify allergies and medication histories including prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, and dietary and herbal supplements C. Contacts retail pharmacies and physician offices to complete or verify medication histories D. Enters home medication lists into appropriate computer system E. Demonstrates proficient skills in using computer systems and paper charts for data retrieval F. Works closely with emergency department staff to obtain information for admissions G. Provides pharmacist/physician with completed admitted medication histories H. Promptly identifies any medication history issues with pharmacist and help identify and facilitate correction of medication discrepancies I. Unit Inspection functions J. Operational Pharmacy Technician functions (including automated dispensing cabinets, medication transport, and assisting main pharmacy) K. Communicates effectively with other healthcare professionals for medication reconciliation problem resolution; includes communication with patients and physicians Candidates for Medication History Technician will be trained/skilled in all these functionalities.
Requirements
- Understanding of basic math and typing skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to read and follow written instructions
- Understanding and ability to utilize computer functions
- Valid and active Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification
- State Pharmacy Technician Licensure
- Tennessee Board of Pharmacy requires that all person ordering and handling medications be registered with the Board of Pharmacy/State of Tennessee as technicians within 90 days of hire.
- NPTA or ASHP Medication History certification (within 6 months)
- Controlled Substance Diversion Training and Hazardous Drug Management training must be completed within 30 days of hire and annually.
Nice To Haves
- Retail pharmacy experience is highly desirable
- Institutional pharmacy experience may be beneficial
- Trained retail pharmacy technicians
- Individuals who have completed pharmacy technician training courses
- Individuals who have obtained (national) Certified Pharmacy Technician status
Responsibilities
- Collect patients medications histories
- Serve operational pharmacy technician roles in the main pharmacy
- Perform automated dispensing functions
- Complete special project assignments
- Prioritize work responsibilities
- Train and mentor other Medication History Technicians
- Interview patients to obtain or verify allergies and medication histories including prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, and dietary and herbal supplements
- Contact retail pharmacies and physician offices to complete or verify medication histories
- Enter home medication lists into appropriate computer system
- Demonstrate proficient skills in using computer systems and paper charts for data retrieval
- Work closely with emergency department staff to obtain information for admissions
- Provide pharmacist/physician with completed admitted medication histories
- Promptly identify any medication history issues with pharmacist and help identify and facilitate correction of medication discrepancies
- Perform Unit Inspection functions
- Perform Operational Pharmacy Technician functions (including automated dispensing cabinets, medication transport, and assisting main pharmacy)
- Communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals for medication reconciliation problem resolution; includes communication with patients and physicians
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
