Medication Reconciliation Technician

Witham Health Services; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Witham Health Services is seeking a Medication Reconciliation Technician to ensure patient safety by obtaining accurate medication histories in the Emergency Department. The role involves clerical and clinical tasks, reporting to the Pharmacy Director. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably pharmacy technician certification.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

Retirement Plan with Company Match

Qualifications

• At least one year of pharmacy technician experience in retail or hospital settings.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPI Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medication and allergy histories for patients in the Emergency Department.
• Interview patients and families, and call pharmacies for information.
• Enter information into a computer system for healthcare providers.

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Medication Classification

Math

Education

High School Diploma

State Pharmacy Technician Certification

Job description

Witham has been named a Top Work Place in Central Indiana by the Indianapolis Star and a Platinum Level Fit-Friendly Worksite by the American Heart Association. We have served Boone County and the surrounding communities for over 100 years. Witham offers a robust benefit package including a retirement plan with a company match, health and life insurance, and PTO. Competitive wages are based on experience.

Job Summary

The Medication Reconciliation Technician (MRT) will independently obtain medication and allergy histories for patients in the Emergency Department (ED). Responsibilities include interviewing patients, families, calling local pharmacies, Long Term Care facilities, and other resources. The information will be entered into a computer system for use by healthcare providers to determine treatment plans and medication orders during and after hospitalization. The goal is to create a complete and accurate medication list promptly, promoting patient safety by reviewing medications to ensure correctness in type and dosage. The MRT assists in minimizing medication discrepancies during hospital admission and provides the most up-to-date medication information.

The MRT reports to the Pharmacy Director or designee. Program oversight, continuing education, and policies are supported by the Pharmacy Director.

The role involves clerical, clinical tasks, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/License/Certification Requirements

• State Pharmacy Technician Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is preferred but not required.
• Preferably, at least one year of pharmacy technician experience in retail or hospital settings.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Experience with medication classification, math, and resource utilization.
• High School Diploma is required; National Certified Pharmacy Technician program is preferred.
• Current valid State of Indiana Board of Pharmacy license as Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician-in-training is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), CPI Certification.