Medication History Technician (Pharmacy) - FT - Rotating Shifts

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated is seeking a Medication History Technician to collaborate with pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff to obtain accurate home medication lists for patients at admission. The role supports provider reconciliation by documenting and verifying medication histories and allergies, ensuring data accuracy and quality patient care.

This position requires PTCB certification or eligibility within 6 months, Virginia licensure, and at least two years of pharmacy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current PTCB certification required or eligible to successfully complete within 6 months of hire.
• Virginia Board of Pharmacy licensure required.
• A minimum of two years of Pharmacy Technician experience required.
• A minimum of two years of experience in a retail pharmacy environment is preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician program preferred.
• Strong mathematics and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work with computers.
• Ability to work in a versatile environment and manage multi-task demands.

Responsabilités

• Prioritizes workflow, focusing first on hospital-defined patient types who will be admitted to the hospital.
• Obtains accurate home medication histories by chart review, interview, and calls to pharmacies and offices to generate a best possible list for reconciliation.
• Processes patient medication history and enters information into the computer system; obtains last dose information and reviews with patient for accuracy.
• Updates electronic home medication databases and compares lists to orders written upon admission; resolves discrepancies with nursing, pharmacists, and physicians.
• Obtains complete allergy information and enters into the system; consults with the pharmacist if allergy information is unclear.
• Uses medication information resources to identify medications as needed.
• Collects data for reporting to hospital quality committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including coverage in the pharmacy.

Connaissances

PTCB certification

Pharmacy tech experience

Retail pharmacy

Mathematics skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Formation

Virginia Board of Pharmacy licensure

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy technician program graduate

Description du poste

Job Summary:

The Medication History Technician will assist the pharmacy, nursing and medical staff in obtaining accurate home medication lists from patients entering the hospital and conveying that information verbally or electronically to the appropriate provider of care. This position must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to our patients, the public, and our co‑workers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes workflow, focusing first on hospital-defined patient types who will be, or have been, admitted to the hospital.
• Obtains accurate home medication histories by chart review, effective patient or patient caregiver interview, and phone calls to retail pharmacies and physician offices to generate the best possible prior to admission medication list for provider reconciliation.
• Processes patient medication history and enters information accurately into the computer system; obtains and enters last dose information, prints report and reviews with patient for accuracy.
• Updates electronic home medication data bases and compares these lists to orders written upon admission to the hospital. Works with nursing, pharmacists, and physicians to resolve any discrepancies.
• Obtains complete allergy information including types of reactions from patient or caregivers; enters the information accurately into the computer system and consults with the pharmacist if there is a question regarding the allergy information provided.
• Utilizes appropriate medication information resources to identify medications as needed.
• Accurately collects appropriate data for reporting to various hospital quality committees.
• Appropriately uses the pharmacy systems provided and trouble shoots problems as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including coverage in the pharmacy.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current PTCB certification required or eligible to successfully complete within 6 months of hire.
• Virginia Board of Pharmacy technician licensure required.
• A minimum of two years of Pharmacy Technician experience required.
• A minimum of two years of experience in a retail pharmacy environment is preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician program preferred.
• Strong mathematics and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to work with computers.
• Ability to work in a versatile environment and manage multi-task demands.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required

Physical Requirements:

Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, and sitting; occasional (0-33% of workday) bending, stooping, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination.

Mental Requirements:

Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards:

Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

“It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.”

Compensation Pay Range:

$21.96 - $30.74