Medication History Pharmacy Technician - Evenings

The University of Kansas Hospital; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medication History Pharmacy Technician to join their team. In this vital role, you will assist in gathering and documenting medication histories, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care during their hospital stay. Your responsibilities will include interviewing patients and family members, maintaining accurate records, and supporting pharmacists in their duties. If you are passionate about patient care and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic healthcare environment. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters your professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate required; Bachelor's preferred.
• 1+ years experience as pharmacy technician in hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document medication histories for patients.
• Assist in maintaining pharmacy inventory and record keeping.
• Participate in quality management and improvement projects.

Skills

Effective listening skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Computer systems for medication orders

Job description

Medication History Pharmacy Technician - Evenings

Job ID: R-41416 Location: Kansas City, Kansas

Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Medication History Technician (MHT) team serves our inpatient locations at main campus in Kansas City, KS, and supports the accurate and timely completion of medication histories for our patients. This critical role helps ensure our pharmacists and providers know what medications patients were taking prior to admission to the hospital to provide care to the patient during the stay. Additionally, this information allows our teams to provide patients with clear medication instructions at discharge. The MHTs obtain this information through a variety of means including interviewing patients, obtaining medication lists from other medical facilities, contacting retail pharmacies, and interviewing family members or caregivers. This information is then documented in the electronic health record.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Performs ALL duties defined by standard work or other guidelines communicated by leadership under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Operates computer systems to accurately input medication orders and obtain necessary patient information.
• Assists in maintaining pharmacy inventory and record keeping in accordance with state and federal law. Reports medication errors on a continuous basis.
• Assures timely distribution of prescribed medications and stock items as needed.
• Utilizes effective listening and communication skills. Maintains supervisor awareness of personal and team activities affecting the department. Exhibits proactive problem solving to address issues impacting departmental services.
• Maintains a plan for personal development and completion of competency validation records.
• Participates in personal goal setting and ongoing development of team members.
• Shares expertise by participating in the orientation and education of pharmacy employees and students.
• If applicable, participation in the quality management program is expected with the goal of improving services by monitoring processes, analyzing data, implementing interventions to improve and evaluating the effectiveness of those interventions.
• Responsibilities may include working to establish and maintain long and short term goals for the Quality Management Program; monitoring and documenting Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs) for progress in meeting QI goals; and providing guidance and education to staff on Quality Management priorities and projects.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1 or more years experience as a pharmacy technician in a hospital pharmacy offering comprehensive pharmacy services.

Required Licensure and Certification

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) successful initial completion of PTCB or equivalent National Pharmacy Technician Certification examination in accordance with Board of Pharmacy registration requirements upon Hire.
• Pharmacy Technician Registration - State Board of Pharmacy upon Hire.
• Technician must maintain certification on an ongoing basis and complete all continuing education requirements.

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) OR equivalent National Pharmacy Technician Certification.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.