Pharmacy Technician: Medication History & Patient Safety

CommonSpirit Health; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, Medication History, to interview patients or caregivers, gather comprehensive medication data, and document histories in the EMR. You will collaborate with clinical teams to ensure accuracy and safety in medication reconciliation.

The role requires strong attention to detail and excellent communication, with a focus on preventing adverse drug events through accurate history collection and follow-up.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required at hire.
• 3 years of Pharmacy technician experience in any setting.
• Pharmacy Technician: WA license upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents a patient’s allergies and a current, accurate medication history.
• During medication history collection, identifies prescription, non-prescription (OTC), herbals, implantable devices/pumps, and any illegal substances.
• Clarifies incomplete or inaccurate information with the dispensing pharmacy, the provider who wrote the prescription utilizing Controlled Substance Monitoring Database and Drug Claim databases (SureScripts, DrFirst, etc.).
• Enters validated medication history information into the patient’s electronic medical record/patient chart in accordance with established procedures.
• Meets or exceeds Memorial’s quality control standards for accuracy and productivity based on completed medication histories. Consults with clinical pharmacists on any unresolved issues or those requiring a pharmacist’s clinical judgment.
• Utilizes software to Identify and follow up on any missed medication histories or patients with follow-up needs

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

WA Pharmacy Technician license

Tools

Pharmacy software experience

SureScripts/DrFirst familiarity

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state is seeking a Pharmacy Technician, Medication History, to interview patients or caregivers, gather comprehensive medication data, and document histories in the EMR. You will collaborate with clinical teams to ensure accuracy and safety in medication reconciliation.

The role requires strong attention to detail and excellent communication, with a focus on preventing adverse drug events through accurate history collection and follow-up.