Pharmacy Technician II - Medication History (8-days on/6-days off)

Dayton Children's; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children’s is seeking a Medication History Pharmacy Technician to obtain accurate medication histories for patients admitted to our hospital. You will interview patients or families, document information, and coordinate with pharmacies and prescribers as needed under pharmacist supervision.

The role requires a Certified Pharmacy Technician license and a high school diploma or GED, with an evening shift in the Clinical Pharmacy department at our Main Campus in Dayton, Ohio.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician license required by State Board of Pharmacy.
• Education: HSD/GED is required.
• Experience following established hospital and pharmacy policies.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medication history for patients to be admitted.
• Interview patient/family and document information accurately.
• Contact pharmacies, long-term care facilities, and prescribers as needed.
• Follow policy and maintain safety practices in pharmacy department.

Skills

Medication history collection

Interview patients/families

Supervised by pharmacist

Education

HSD/GED

CPhT certification

Job description

Facility: Dayton Children’s - Main Campus

Department: Clinical Pharmacy

Schedule: Full time

Hours: 40

Job Details: The Medication History Pharmacy Technician, with supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the process of obtaining medication history for patients who will be admitted to the hospital. The focus of this technician is the accurate collection of prescription information, allergy information, patient and/or family/guardian interview, and documentation of those activities. The complete collection of medication information may also include contacting pharmacies, long-term care facilities, and prescribers. Additionally, the Medication History Pharmacy Technician works under the supervision of the pharmacist following established policy and procedures set forth by the hospital and pharmacy department. This role meets the requirements of being a qualified pharmacy technician as established by the State Board of Pharmacy and holds a Certified Pharmacy Technician license from a State Board of Pharmacy accredited agency. The technician adheres to safety practices to ensure quality care for patients and maintains competencies outlined in pharmacy department policies. The technician shows familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices.

Department Specific Job Details: Hours: Evening shift. Education: HSD/GED is required Certification/Licensure: CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician - State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy is required

At Dayton Children’s, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other. We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children’s. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children’s difference.

Our values:

• We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees.
• We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions.
• We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do.
• We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care.
• We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow.
• We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.