Medication History Pharmacy Technician

spectrumhealth; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay via Payactiv

Discounts directory on various deals

Identity theft protection, home and/or

Auto insurance

Traditional and Roth retirement plans

Job summary

Corewell Health's Pharmacy Corp Medication History team seeks a dedicated On-Site Medication History Technician for Grand Rapids. You will document medication histories, interact with providers, and ensure accurate patient profiles under pharmacist direction.

The role requires high school diploma, relevant pharmacy experience, and Michigan licenses or certifications where applicable. Training lasts six months at Butterworth Hospital before possible remote shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree in health care or related field.
• 1 year of relevant experience pharmacy required.
• 2 years of relevant experience retail pharmacy preferred.
• Ideal candidate will possess full Pharmacy Technician license and national certification (PTCB/ExCPT).

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance in documenting and clarification of medication history lists under the direction of the pharmacist.
• Processes, enters, and interprets physician/nurse medication histories, and completes full history documentation in the computerized system.
• Clarifies information with providers, patients, and pharmacies.
• Performs special projects for the department.
• Works with multiple medication automation systems.
• Provides professional customer service as a liaison between the pharmacy department and patients/caregivers.
• Interacts with prescribers as needed.
• Reviews patient histories and maintains profiles.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Retail pharmacy

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree health care or related field

LIC-Pharmacist Intern - STATE_MI

LIC-Pharmacy Technician - STATE_MI

CPHT Certification (PTCB)

ExCPT Certification (NHA)

Tools

Medication history systems

Pharmacy automation systems

Job description

About Pharmacy Medication History

In Med History, our goal is to obtain the best possible medication history for each patient admitted to the hospital. This step is crucial to completion of Joint Commission accreditation-mandated medication reconciliation. Medication History Technicians claim patients from a work list based on the patient's location and the tech's scheduled shift assignment. Technicians follow a structured interview with the patient or caregiver and document the information into the electronic medical record. Discrepancies are communicated directly to the provider/pharmacist for resolution.

Scope of Work

• Provides technical assistance in the documentation and clarification of medication history lists under the direction of the pharmacist.
• Processes, enters, and interprets physician/nurse medication histories, under the direction of the pharmacist, and completes full history documentation in computerized system.
• Clarifies information through communication with providers, patients, and pharmacies.
• Performs special projects for the department.
• Works with multiple medication automation systems.
• Provides professional customer service as a liaison between the pharmacy department and patients/caregivers.
• Interacts with prescriber as needed.
• Processes physician/nurse/pharmacist obtained patient histories and enters into the computer system and assists in maintaining patient profiles.
• Reviews profile for allergies, duplication of drugs, and last doses and brings these to the attention of the pharmacist.
• Checks and verifies accuracy of patient profiles.
• Maintains clean and organized work area.
• Maintains all requirements for CPhT certifications.
• Completes all Corewell Health assigned competencies by assigned due dates.
• Perform quality assurance data collection, collation, and presentation.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Associate's Degree health care or related field
• 1 year of relevant experience Pharmacy Required
• 2 years of relevant experience Retail Pharmacy Preferred
• LIC-Pharmacist Intern - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required Or
• LIC-Pharmacy Technician - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required And
• CRT-Pharmacy Technician, Certified (CPHT) - PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board 90 Days required Or
• CRT-Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) - NHA National Healthcareer Association 90 Days required
• Ideal candidate will possess Full Pharmacy Technician License and National Certification, such as PTCB or ExCPT

This position is an On-Site Position that will entail 6 months of training at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Once fully trained, you may have the opportunity to pick up from the Open Remote Shift List

Additional criteria may apply to pick up Remote Shifts, such as being in good standing, being fully trained, internet capability at home, etc.

No scheduled Remote Shifts

Schedule for this position may be:

• 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., or
• 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
• Every 4th Weekend

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here .
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Pharmacy Corp Medication History - Corporate

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. or 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every fourth weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally