Medication History Specialist Augusta

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Medication History Specialist for the Emergency Department. The role requires documenting patients' medication histories and ensuring accurate home medication records in the EMR to support safe treatment plans during hospitalization.

The position reports to Pharmacy Leadership and ED leadership. Requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years as a Pharmacy Technician, and applicable certifications; typical schedule is full-time days with weekend duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Certified Pharmacist Technician and BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document the best possible medication history for patients admitted to the hospital.
• Enter home medications into the electronic medical record to inform treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and nurses to reduce duplications and errors.
• Maintain accuracy on the medication tracking board and update records on admission.
• Demonstrate service excellence and compassion at the bedside; pass competency tests.

Skills

Pharmacy technician

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

About the Facility

Learn more about Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, including our teams, culture, and campus environment:

Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center | Wellstar Health System

Hours: Full Time M-F Days, 40 Hours per week, every 4th weekend

Position Summary:

Reports to Pharmacy Department OR Emergency Services
As an integral member of the Emergency Department team the Medication History Specialist (MHS) is responsible for working with patients who have been identified for admission to the hospital in order to obtain and document the best possible medication history. The MHS role is essential to assure high quality and safe care by reducing medication duplications, ommissions and possible errors. The information obtained will be accurately entered into the computer system and it will be used by the physicians, pharmacist, nurse and other healthcare providers as an input into treatment plans and medication orders during hospitalization, and in discharge planning for post hospital transition and care. Must be capable of passing the medication reconciliation competency test for Pharmacy Technicians.
Must be able to pass annual competency and quality assurance metrics.Interview and inquiry techniques, with the patient, family, pharmacy's) to compile the best possible medication history. Responsible for entering all home medications into the electronic medical record. Monitor the tracking board for potential admissions and highly complex patients to complete the medication history to assist in the delivery of quality care.Upon notification of patient admission responsible for updating home medication record in electronic medical record to match ordered and or active prescription medications.Possess service excellence skills, setting patient and family at ease, demonstrating, patience and compassion at the bedside. Will work under direction of Pharmacy Leadership, ED Leadership, Medication Safety Officer, and nurses as needed to resolve any discrepancies/errors in home medication orders.

Position Requirements:

High school diploma or GED and 2 or more years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician. Typing skills, basic computer skills, good oral communication skills, good 'problem-solving' skills, good interpersonal skills, ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds, ability to push a transportation cart of approx. 100 pounds. Certified Pharm Tech, Registered Pharm Tech, BLS.

Preferred Requirements:

Medical terminology. Retail experience.

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