Pharmacy Technician - Medication History
About The Position
POSITION SUMMARY The Medication History Pharmacy Technician works under the direct supervision a Pharmacist to obtain the best possible medication history (BPMH) for new patients being admitted from the Emergency Department (ED) as identified on the tracking board. Medication history information will be obtained from the patient directly or the patient’s family, retail pharmacy, physician office, or other healthcare facility (e.g., Skilled Nursing Facility, Acute Care Hospital) as applicable. The medication history will be entered into the electronic health record in a timely and accurate manner. Completion of the BPMH will be communicated to the pharmacist. In addition to Medication History, this position functions as a standard technician, performing all the duties of a Pharmacy Technician when staffing in the Pharmacy and completes other projects as assigned. Maintains positive public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education/Licensure/Certification: High School graduation or equivalent required. Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of California. Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certified. If not certified at the time of hire, must obtain certification within 6 months of hire. Knowledge: Minimum of two years Pharmacy Technician experience required. Previous retail pharmacy experience including prescription transcription duties preferred. Skills: Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills required to interact with patients, coworkers, and other health professionals. Strong knowledge of brand and generic medication names, common dosages and dosage forms, and frequency of administration of each medication. Ability to efficiently maneuver within the Electronic Health System and Pharmacy Information System. Ability to prioritize work and adaptable to changes in workload to meet patient needs. Accurate work with careful attention to detail. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.
Requirements
- High School graduation or equivalent required.
- Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of California.
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certified. If not certified at the time of hire, must obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
- Minimum of two years Pharmacy Technician experience required.
- Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills required to interact with patients, coworkers, and other health professionals.
- Strong knowledge of brand and generic medication names, common dosages and dosage forms, and frequency of administration of each medication.
- Ability to efficiently maneuver within the Electronic Health System and Pharmacy Information System.
- Ability to prioritize work and adaptable to changes in workload to meet patient needs.
- Accurate work with careful attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Previous retail pharmacy experience including prescription transcription duties preferred.
Responsibilities
- Obtain the best possible medication history (BPMH) for new patients being admitted from the Emergency Department (ED) as identified on the tracking board.
- Obtain medication history information from the patient directly or the patient’s family, retail pharmacy, physician office, or other healthcare facility (e.g., Skilled Nursing Facility, Acute Care Hospital) as applicable.
- Enter the medication history into the electronic health record in a timely and accurate manner.
- Communicate completion of the BPMH to the pharmacist.
- Function as a standard technician, performing all the duties of a Pharmacy Technician when staffing in the Pharmacy and completes other projects as assigned.
- Maintain positive public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
