Pharmacy Tech - Med Rec - Per Diem

Valley Children's Healthcare; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 38,517 - 55,723; Full time

Job summary

Valley Children''s Healthcare is seeking a Pharmacy Technician for the Inpatient Pharmacy to support medication reconciliation for high-risk patients. You will interview patients and caregivers to collect comprehensive medication histories, coordinate with outpatient pharmacies, and ensure accurate documentation in the electronic health record.

The role requires CPHT certification and a valid PTCB license, with experience in pediatric dosing and outpatient/retail drug knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPHT certification required.
• PTCB license required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in medication reconciliation for high-risk patients.
• Document and update the medication list in the EHR.
• Communicate completion of reconciliation to the patient''s care team (physician, nurse, pharmacist).
• Participate in QA/QI projects related to medication reconciliation.

Skills

MS Office

Pediatric dosing knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

CPHT Certification

PTCB Pharmacy Technician License (TCH)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

About Us

The Inpatient Pharmacy Department at Valley Children’s utilizes evidence-based therapeutic guidelines to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care to our patients. Our highly trained pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work side-by-side with providers and other interprofessional teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes, while utilizing state-of-the‑art technology to maximize patient safety.

About Us

The Inpatient Pharmacy Department at Valley Children’s utilizes evidence-based therapeutic guidelines to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care to our patients. Our highly trained pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work side-by-side with providers and other interprofessional teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes, while utilizing state-of-the‑art technology to maximize patient safety.

Inpatient Pharmacy provides clinical interdisciplinary pharmacy services in all inpatient areas including Rehab, PICU, NICU, Acute Care, and Oncology. We have numerous pharmacy advance practice protocols including antibiotic monitoring, anticoagulation, IV to oral conversion, and renal dosing. Other clinically supported services include the Emergency Department, Palliative Care, Investigational Drug oversight, and parenteral nutrition (including production).

Our team members also support the following specialty clinics: Oncology, Hematology, Rheumatology, Pulmonology/CF, Endocrinology, Neurology, Cardiology and our complex primary care center. Many pharmacists hold collaborative practice agreements to optimize medication therapy management and collaborate to enhance patient care.

Job Summary

This position is accountable for participating in medication reconciliation for patients who have been identified as high risk for medication discrepancies. This role involves obtaining comprehensice medication histories interviews with patients caregivers, as well as communication with outpatient pharmacies and other sources. The technician accurately documents and updates the medication list in the electronic health record. The technician will communicate completion of medication reconciliation and identified discrepancies to the patient's care team (physician, nurse and pharmacist). The technician will also be responsible for participating in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement projects related to medication reconciliation.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)

Licenses and Certifications

• CPHT - Certified Pharmacy Tech - PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (required)
• TCH-Pharmacy Technician License - PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (required)

Work Experience

• Minimum three (3) years Hospital pharmacy, medical clinic, or retail pharmacy experience. (required)

Skills And Abilities

• Computer Skills Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated knowledge of outpatient and retail drugs (prescription and non‑prescription) and usual pediatric doses.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Range

$27.96 - $40.45

Workshift

Varied (United States of America)

Position Exempt

No

FTE %

0

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Daily Hours

8

Have Questions?

Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at [e-mail] Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.