Pharmacy Medication History Technician

UNC Health Care; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne UNC Health Care is seeking a Pharmacy Medication History Technician (MHT) to obtain and document patients' current pre-admission medications into the hospital's electronic medical record. You will ensure accuracy for use by providers, nurses, and pharmacists during admission, discharge, and transitions of care.

Responsibilities include interviewing patients and families, verifying information with providers and pharmacies, documenting histories, and notifying pharmacists of discrepancies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required and completion of a certified pharmacy technician training program.
• Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of employment.
• PTCB certification required and ability to obtain PTCB Medication History Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, family members, and guardians to obtain complete medication histories.
• Documents medication histories in the electronic medical record.
• Notifies pharmacists of discrepancies or safety issues identified in obtaining histories.
• Operates dispensing technology to supply medications per orders.
• Orders, restocks, and rotates inventory; manages expiration dates.
• Contributes to regulatory inspections and documentation.

Skills

Drug names knowledge

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

English communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified pharmacy technician training program

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary

The Pharmacy Medication History Technician (MHT) is responsible for obtaining and documenting patients' current prior to admission medication(s) into the hospital's electronic medical record, ensuring the information is accurate and up to date for use by providers, nurses, and pharmacists during the patients' admission, discharge, and transition of care.

Responsibilities

1. Interviews patients, family members, guardians, etc. to obtain complete medication histories.
2. Communicates with providers, retail pharmacies, living facilities, etc. for additional medication history information and verify accuracy.
3. Document medication histories in the patient's electronic medical record.
4. Notifies pharmacist(s) of any discrepancies or potential patient safety issues identified in obtaining the medication histories.
5. Communicate with staff and other care providers regarding assigned duties.
6. Responds to and triages requests from customers for assistance with pharmacy services such as medication delivery, drug information, etc.
7. Operates and supports automated dispensing technology to supply correct medications for individual patients, according to pharmacist and provider orders.
8. Orders, receives, restocks and rotates inventory, and completes expiration date management.
9. Contributes to process improvement projects.
10. Completes regulatory compliance inspection of medication storage areas, including inspections and/or controlled substance inventories, and other regulatory documentation as required.
11. Adheres to controlled substance policies and all policies and procedures of the department. Ensures accurate dispensing and documentation of controlled substances.
12. Ensures necessary safety and quality control in the medication use system.
13. Is available and flexible to work varied schedules as required to ensure coverage for the area.

Other information

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required and completion of a certified pharmacy technician training program

Licensure/Certification

• Registered as a Pharmacy Technician with the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy within 30 days of employment
• Pharmacy technician certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required.
• Ability to obtain PTCB Medication History Certificate.

Experience

• Prior experience in a hospital or retail pharmacy preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of drug names, medical terminology.
• Basic math skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deliver excellent customer service to teammates, patients, supervisors and providers.
• Attention to detail and a good work ethic.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a high-volume environment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficient with MS Office and able to learn new pharmacy software rapidly.
• Ability to tolerate latex products and exposure to hazardous drugs.
• Ability to stand or walk on uncarpeted floors and work in close conditions for duration of shift.

Valid NC Driver's License: No

If driving a Wayne UNC Vehicle, must be 21 years old and MVR must be approved by Risk Management.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Wayne Health

Entity: Wayne UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Pharmacy

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Rotating

Location of Job: WAYNE MED

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.