What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medication History Pharmacy Technician Butterworth position at Corewell Health?
About Pharmacy Medication History
In Med History, our goal is to obtain the best possible medication history for each patient admitted to the hospital. This step is crucial to completion of Joint Commission accreditation-mandated medication reconciliation. Medication History Technicians claim patients from a work list based on the patient’s location and the tech's scheduled shift assignment. Technicians follow a structured interview with the patient or caregiver and document the information into the electronic medical record. Discrepancies are communicated directly to the provider/pharmacist for resolution.
Scope of Work
- Provides professional customer service as a liaison between the pharmacy department and patients/caregivers. Interacts with prescriber as needed.
- Processes physician/nurse/pharmacist obtained patient histories and enters into the computer system and assists in maintaining patient profiles.
- Reviews profile for allergies, duplication of drugs, and last doses and brings these to the attention of the pharmacist.
- Checks and verifies accuracy of patient profiles.
- Maintains clean and organized work area.
- Maintains all requirements for CPhT certifications. Completes all Corewell Health assigned competencies by assigned due dates.
- Perform quality assurance data collection, collation, and presentation.
Qualifications
- Required High School Diploma or equivalent
- Preferred Associate's Degree health care or related field
- 1 year of relevant experience Pharmacy Required
- 2 years of relevant experience Retail Pharmacy Preferred
- LIC-Pharmacist Intern - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required Or
- LIC-Pharmacy Technician - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required And
- CRT-Pharmacy Technician, Certified (CPHT) - PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board 90 Days required Or
- CRT-Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) - NHA National Healthcareer Association 90 Days required
- Ideal candidate will possess Full Pharmacy Technician License and National Certification, such as PTCB Certification or ExCPT
- This position is On-Site at Butterworth Hospital in Downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan
- This is a Monday to Friday On-Site Position
- Entails Rotating Holidays and Every 4th Weekend Rotation
- Shifts will be Swing Shift and Evening Shift
- Hours will be 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. or 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St NE - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
Employment Type
Full timeShift
Variable (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
10 a.m.to 8:30 p.m. or 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.Days Worked
Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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