Medication History Pharmacy Technician - Per Diem - Einstein Montgomery

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health; Lansdale, Buffalo (Montgomery County, NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medication History Pharmacy Tech to join their team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for gathering and entering patient medication histories, ensuring accuracy for physicians and providers involved in patient care. Your expertise in pharmacy practices will be crucial as you conduct patient interviews and manage medication distribution under pharmacist supervision. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient safety and care quality in a dynamic healthcare environment. If you're passionate about pharmacy and patient care, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician is required.
• Experience with medication history and reconciliation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect and enter current patient medications into the system.
• Conduct patient interviews and review relevant information.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Experience

Medication History/Reconciliation

Retail Pharmacy Experience

Education

High School Diploma

Licensed Practical Nurse

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Details

The Medication History Pharmacy Tech reports to the Assistant Director of Pharmacy and is responsible for accurately collecting and entering current patient medications into the hospital's information system for use by physicians and providers involved in admitting and discharging patients. The primary responsibilities include conducting patient interviews and reviewing internal and external systems for relevant information. The Medication History Pharmacy Tech must relay any unresolved transition of care issues to the lead pharmacist and/or physician. Additionally, the tech will perform limited medication management and distribution activities under pharmacist supervision. All responsibilities must be carried out according to department policies, procedures, standards, and regulations within specified time frames.

Job Description

Experience:

• At least 1 year of Pharmacy Technician experience.
• Experience with medication history/reconciliation is preferred.
• Retail pharmacy experience is preferred.

Education & Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Licensed Practical Nurse or Bachelor's degree preferred.

License, Certification & Registration:

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) required; if LPN, CPhT must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Work Shift

Evening shift (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

559 W. Germantown Pike, East Norriton, Pennsylvania, United States of America