Medication History Tech - Evening Shift

Trinityhealth; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Health System is hiring a Medication History Pharm Tech in Des Moines, IA. The role involves obtaining and verifying medication histories, interviewing patients and families, and recording comprehensive medication data in the EMR.

You will collaborate with pharmacists, clarify discrepancies, and document allergies to ensure accurate patient records and safe care across MercyOne clinical areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification and Iowa Board registration at hire.
• Minimum 2,000 hours of pharmacy technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and verify current medication histories from patients or caregivers.
• Record complete medication lists in the electronic medical record.
• Clarify uncertainties and compile Best Possible Medication History.
• Document allergies with reaction details and sources.
• Consult with a pharmacist for unresolved questions.

Skills

Interview patients

Record medication histories

Allergy history documentation

Pharmacy terminology

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

Registered with Iowa Board of Pharmacy

2,000 hours of technician experience

Job description

MercyOne Health System is hiring a Medication History Pharm Tech in Des Moines, IA. The role involves obtaining and verifying medication histories, interviewing patients and families, and recording comprehensive medication data in the EMR.

You will collaborate with pharmacists, clarify discrepancies, and document allergies to ensure accurate patient records and safe care across MercyOne clinical areas.