Clinical Pharmacy Technician

Chase Brexton Health Care; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Chase Brexton Health Care is seeking a Clinical Pharmacy Technician to perform delegated pharmacy tasks under supervision, and to conduct outreach to patients for information gathering and scheduling medication therapy management appointments.

The role works with a multidisciplinary care team including nurses and providers to coordinate care, with emphasis on accuracy, data management, and patient service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Maryland state pharmacy technician registration in good standing and CPhT required.
• PTCB Medication History certification required or willingness to pursue within 90 days of hire.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Outreach to patients to collect information and schedule MTM appointments.
• Coordinate medication refills and follow-up reminders for patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care team to coordinate care.
• Maintain data and prepare reports for quality improvement and compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Scheduling

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Maryland Pharmacy Technician Registration

CPhT certification (PTCB)

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Excel

EMR systems

Population health platforms

Job description

Job Summary

The Clinical Pharmacy Technician will perform delegated pharmacy tasks to ensure the high functioning of clinical pharmacy programs under the general supervision of a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist. The Clinical Pharmacy Technician will conduct outreach to assigned patients to collect information requested and schedule medication therapy management appointments with the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist(s). The Clinical Pharmacy Technician will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary care team which includes nurses, social workers, and medical providers to assist with coordination of care.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

Patient Focus

• Provide direct outreach to patients, providers, pharmacies to collect accurate, pertinent information and update systems as appropriate
• Schedule patients for appointments with the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist(s)
• Provide follow-up outreach, including telephone and/or letters for appointment reminders
• Coordinate medication refills following directions from Clinical Pharmacy Specialist/Medical Provider
• Handle and resolve any concerns related to medical insurance

Checking, Examining, and Recording

• Works collaboratively with the pharmacy team to gather and document data
• Review and manipulate data in various platforms such as Excel, electronic medical records, and population health platforms
• Maintain copies of reports for quality improvement and compliance purposes

Analytical and Critical Thinking

• Develop presentations, charts, and workflows in collaboration with the pharmacist

Compliance, Policy, and Procedure

• Review and understand pharmacy policy and procedures and regularly seeks to adhere to them

Professionalism

• Treats patients and colleagues in a respectful and confidential manner
• Provide professional and excellent customer service
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent writing and analytical skills
• Strong mathematical skills
• Attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer applications
• Strong communication and verbal skills
• Good organizational skills and the ability to schedule and prioritize tasks

Education And/Or Experience

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Current Maryland state pharmacy technician registration in good standing and Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) recognized by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is required.
• PTCB Medication History certification required or willingness to pursue within 90 days of hire.
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• 2+ years of experience working in a clinical practice setting is preferred.