Reg. Pharmacy Tech. Med. Rec.

Umcelpaso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso is seeking a Registered Pharmacy Technician for medication reconciliation and BPMH documentation for older adults in the Emergency Department, under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist. You will assist with the acquisition, preparation, checking and distribution of medications and supplies to the ED.

The role requires one year of Pharmacy Technician experience, Texas registration (CPhT), and IV certification within three months.

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy and keyboarding/data entry skills required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer applications.
• Advanced Pharmacy Technician knowledge of pharmacy terminology and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize work in a high-volume work environment.
• Adapt to changes in workload and schedule to meet patient needs
• Ability to communicate with patients and/or family members of all educational levels.
• Efficient operation and ability to troubleshoot specialty machinery, equipment or software as necessary in performing job functions.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, document and maintain BPMH for patients 65+ in the Emergency Department.
• Assist Pharmacist with acquisition, preparation, checking and distribution of medications and supplies to the ED.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Communication skills

Computer applications

Pharmacy terminology

Prioritize workload

Adapt to workload changes

Patient communication

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician program preferred

PTCB certificate within 1.5 years

Job description

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Department Age Friendly Care
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Days

Job Summary

The Registered Pharmacy Technician Medication Reconciliation works under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist and is responsible for obtaining, documenting and maintaining accurate best possible medication histories (BPMH) for older adult patients aged 65 years and older in the Emergency department. Assists the Pharmacist with the acquisition, preparation, checking and distribution of medication products and supplies to the Emergency Department (ED).

Skills

• 1. Basic computer literacy and keyboarding/data entry skills required.
• 2. Effective oral and written communication skills.
• 3. Knowledge of and ability to use computer applications.
• 4. Advanced Pharmacy Technician knowledge of pharmacy terminology and procedures.
• 5. Ability to prioritize work in a high-volume work environment.
• 6. Adapt to changes in workload and schedule to meet patient needs
• 7. Ability to communicate with patients and/or family members of all educational levels.
• 8. Efficient operation and ability to troubleshoot specialty machinery, equipment, devices or software as necessary in performing job functions.

Work Experience

One year of previous work as a Pharmacy Technician is required. Experience in sterile compound preparation is preferred.

License/Registration/Certification

Current and active registration to work as a Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy is required. IV certification is required to be completed within three months of being in the position, and be maintained annually at the responsibility of the department.

Education and Training

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from a Pharmacy Technician program is preferred.
Medication History certificate of completion by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) (or equivalent advanced credential) is required to be obtained within 1.5 years of being in the position will be ensured by the department.