Certified Pharmacy Technician: Medication Historian - Samaritan Hospital
Trinity Health · NY, US
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About the Role
This is a Full Time, Pharmacy Technician position where you will conduct patient interviews within the hospital and emergency department to obtain medication lists. A standardized questionnaire and process is used to obtain a complete medication history, which is then entered into the electronic medical record. You will use various resources to gather this information, including calling physician offices, dialysis centers, pharmacies, hospitals, and nursing homes.
Responsibilities
- Identify the patient to be seen per hospital policy based on alerts and consults.
- Complete medication history for each medication identified using an established questionnaire as a guide to obtain a comprehensive list of patient’s entire medication regimen (i.e., medication name, dose, route, frequency, time/date last dose taken).
- Document each medication, including prescription, outpatient infusions, over-the-counter medication, dietary and herbal supplements into the electronic medical record.
- Document dates and times of last doses administered per protocol.
- Confirm the medication history using a secondary source (e.g., electronic medication history resource, patient’s preferred community pharmacy, MARs, physician office, medication bottles).
- Verify and document patient’s allergies and reported reactions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 year pharmacy experience.
- Must be a certified pharmacy technician (CPhT) from either PTCB or NHA.
- Accurate and detail-oriented with exemplary time management skills.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Must be able to write, speak and read English proficiently.
- Ability to interact with patients and their caregivers as well as various members of the healthcare team (e.g., nurses, pharmacists, physicians, outpatient providers, nursing home staff).
- Must be willing to interact with patients at the bedside including wearing appropriate PPE and entering patient facing areas.
- Knowledge of brand and generic medication names and dosing for the top 200 commonly prescribed medications within 90 days of hire.
- Knowledge and skills in using computers and common software applications.
- Position requires long periods of standing and significant walking.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Time management skills
- Computer proficiency
- Proficient in English (written, spoken, read)
Location
- Samaritan Hospital
Work Type
- Full time
- Evening Shift
Experience Level
- 1 year pharmacy experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Salary/Compensations
- $20.00 - $26.67 per hour
Benefits
- Generous tuition allowance
- Career development
About the Company
- St. Peter's Health Partner's is a recognized leader and Magnet Hospital in the Capital Region.
- We care for more people in more places.
- Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.
- By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.