Medication Historian Pharm Tech FT Rotating

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne North Iowa in Mason City is seeking a Medication Historian Pharmacy Technician to support accurate medication histories at hospital admission. You will interview patients, document prescriptions, OTCs and supplements, and note allergies to safeguard patient safety.

The role requires a high school diploma, Iowa tech registration or eligibility, and national certification within 6 months. Expertise with interviewing, data gathering, and compliant documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be a registered pharmacy technician or be eligible for technician/trainee registration in the State of Iowa.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification required within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Obtains an accurate and complete admission medication list via face-to-face patient interviews.
• Documents prescriptions, OTCs, and supplements with dose, frequency, and last dose taken.
• Notes known drug allergies and reactions; may collaborate with family, physician, or other sources.
• Communicates professionally and uses interviewing skills to obtain medication histories for diverse patient populations.
• Applies advanced computer skills to gather information and document admission medications.

Skills

Communication

Interviewing

Critical thinking

Computer skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy technician registration eligibility (IA)

National Pharmacy Technician Certification within 6 months

Tools

EMR software

Pharmacy software

Computer literacy

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating

Shift Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne North Iowa is the largest provider of health care services in our region, and we are proudly the largest employer in Cerro Gordo County. Our hospital is a private, not-for-profit health care center, licensed for 346 beds, which serves more than 400,000 inpatients and outpatients each year. In addition, MercyOne North Iowa is a teaching institution. We conduct a Family Medicine Residency, Internal Medicine Residency, Cardiology Fellowship, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, PGY1 Pharmacy Residency and a School of Radiologic Technology. MercyOne North Iowa is a clinical training site for approximately 500 students from 127 different colleges enrolled in programs for medical laboratory, nursing, paramedic, rehabilitation, medical assistants, pastoral services, physicians and many other medical fields.

Job Description

We are looking to hire a Medication Historian Pharmacy Tech. As a Medication Historian Pharmacy Tech at MercyOne, assists with the accurate and complete collection of medication history data in a variety of hospital settings. This role prioritizes the process of obtaining an accurate and complete medication list upon hospital admission to ensure patient safety.

Schedule

8/hour rotating shifts

General Requirements

Obtains an accurate and complete admission medication list via a face-to-face interview with patients to include prescription, over the counter, and herbal products noting drug name, dose, frequency, compliance, and last dose taken. Also obtains and documents any known drug allergies and reactions. This may require collaboration with alternative information sources such as family, physician office, nursing home, or retail pharmacy. Communicates effectively and uses advanced interviewing skills to conduct the medication history interview with patients in a manner that is professional and non-invasive. Problem solves and applies critical thinking skills in obtaining admission medications lists for a wide variety of patient populations. Applies advanced computer skills to gather information and document the patient’s admission medication list. Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety, and medical information.

Education

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Must be a registered pharmacy technician or be eligible for technician/trainee registration in the State of Iowa. This must be completed prior to start of employment. National Pharmacy Technician Certification required within 6 months of employment.

Preferred Experience

• o Two or more years of experience as a pharmacy technician (retail preferred) or allied health professional, with knowledge of medications including brand/generic names, available dosages, frequencies and indications.
• o Completes the following mandatory courses Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status. Completes Mandatory Reporting: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse requirement within 6 months of hire and renews this requirement every 5 years.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.