Medication History Tech — Pharmacy Admissions Specialist

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking a Med History Tech to support the Pharmacy at Baystate Medical Center. The role focuses on interviewing patients and compiling medication histories for admission, with entry into the electronic health record to facilitate reconciliation by the admitting provider.

Under supervision of the care team pharmacist, the technician supports drug distribution, quality initiatives, customer service, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3–6 months of experience as a pharmacy technician.
• Certified Pharm Tech
• Highschool diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Collects an accurate best possible medication list of the patient's home medications in anticipation of hospital admission.
• Gathers information for the best possible medication list from various sources to ensure a complete entry into the hospital's electronic health record.
• Communicates with other health care professionals to prioritize patient care and identify patient-specific needs.
• Enters the home medication list into the information system for utilization by the admitting provider.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Patient interview skills

Time management

Education

Certified Pharm Tech

Highschool diploma or GED

Job description

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking a Med History Tech to support the Pharmacy at Baystate Medical Center. The role focuses on interviewing patients and compiling medication histories for admission, with entry into the electronic health record to facilitate reconciliation by the admitting provider.

Under supervision of the care team pharmacist, the technician supports drug distribution, quality initiatives, customer service, and teamwork.