Senior Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - TOC

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) for the TOC Pharmacy team at James Cancer Hospital. You will obtain admission medication histories, document allergies in the EMR, and support transitions of care under supervision of a pharmacist or provider.

You will help with discharge medications, coordinate with care teams, and assist with medication access and coverage, promoting safety and reconciliation per policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active OH Board of Pharmacy Certified Pharmacy Technician registration.
• PTCB/NHA certification encouraged; prior inpatient pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document complete admission medication history and allergy information in the EMR.
• Assist with discharge medication processes and Meds to Beds when applicable.
• Collaborate with patients, caregivers, physicians, and care team to reconcile medications.
• Promote patient safety and comply with departmental policies and procedures.

Education

OH Board of Pharmacy Certified Pharmacy Technician registration

PTCB/NHA certification

Three years of health care experience

Job description

Job Title:

Senior Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - TOC

Department:

University Hospital | Pharmacy Clinic - Medical Mgmt HB

Scope of Position

The Medication Management / Transitions of Care (TOC) Pharmacy Technician provides a valuable patient-centered service by focusing on facilitating TOC, including obtaining and documenting a complete and accurate admission medication history and allergy information in the electronic medical record (EMR) as well as assisting with the discharge medication process. The TOC Pharmacy Technician completes the admission medication history during an inpatient admission, ambulatory encounter, pre-admission testing, surgery encounter, or within a procedural area under the supervision of a pharmacist, physician, or advance practice provider. Information can be gathered from a face-to-face or telehealth interview with the patient chart and communication with patients, caregivers, physicians, retail pharmacies, and long-term care facilities. The TOC Pharmacy Technician will make a good faith effort to ensure the documented information is complete and accurate by identifying and facilitating correction of medication discrepancies or escalating to a pharmacist or provider for follow up, if needed, thereby aiding in the hospital's medication reconciliation efforts. Throughout the hospital admission, the TOC Pharmacy Technician is responsible for collaborating with the patient and care team to facilitate discharge, which includes communicating options for discharge medications and long-term medication delivery with the patient and/or caregivers, obtaining credit card information and facilitating Meds to Beds medication delivery, if applicable, and assisting with accessing coverage for medication, and engaging the appropriate staff such as the Medication Assistance Program if medication access needs are identified or case management if a prior authorization is required. The TOC Pharmacy Technician promotes a culture of safety by adhering to all hospital and department rules, regulations and requirements including those outlined in the Medication List Documentation and Reconciliation policy, education videos, and Standard Operating Procedures. The TOC Pharmacy Technician must participate in continuing educational opportunities to meet the annual competency requirements and participate in continual training opportunities provided by the department to develop ongoing skills in other areas of pharmacy. The TOC Pharmacy Technician acts as a positive role model for all TOC pharmacy technicians and acts in an encouraging manner conducive to the hospital, department and administration's visions and values.

Position Summary

The TOC Pharmacy Technician is responsible for obtaining a complete and accurate admission or ambulatory medication history and allergy information. The TOC Pharmacy Technician will help to streamline and facilitate the discharge medication delivery process when applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required, Active OH Board of Pharmacy Certified Pharmacy Technician registration, PTCB/NHA certification Three years of relevant health care experience working as a Pharmacy Technician, with direct patient care preferred. Submit all required materials for registration as a Registered Pharmacy Technician to the OH Board of Pharmacy 10 business days before the official start date. Computer skills required in accordance with the requirements for data entry. Knowledge of medication names (both brand and generic) and their use, doses, routes of administration, and frequency at the time of hire or within ninety days of hire.

Additional Information

The university will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Location

James Cancer Hospital (0375)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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