What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician IV - Medication Reconciliation - Pharmacy- University Hospital position at University of South Alabama Health System?
Overview
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.
USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.
Responsibilities
Provide support to the patients and staff of USA Health by performing supervised functions of preparation and delivery of Pharmaceutical services and other duties of a technical nature not requiring professional oversight; abide by and enforce all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's values; adheres to hospital policies including confidentiality; requires regular and prompt attendance; ability to work the assigned schedule including overtime and call as required; communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with manufacturer and supply representatives, coworkers, physicians, and healthcare team in person and via telephone, Teams, or zoom; responds to email, phone calls, texts or chats pertinent to maintaining inventory and ordering supplies; report in department huddle daily any shortages, days supply, alternative plans or dosage forms used; maintains accurate and complete records by utilizing the correct documentation tools and procedures for all pharmacy functions; accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict; cooperates, helps others and improves the performance of the department; completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements; utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job; maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas, equipment and supply areas; adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards; requires minimal supervision to safely perform essential functions; utilization of proper body mechanics when: Moving equipment/supplies that is necessary to perform essential functions and performing heavy lifting (examples: cases of fluids, coolers of ice and medications); maintain and operate equipment; report broken or malfunctioning equipment; maintain current & adequate medication & supplies; performs patient care activities on the pharmacy computer system in a safe and timely manner; performs all tasks necessary to prepare & deliver medications using a variety of transport mechanisms; restocks all work areas by transfer of stock or filling of appropriate carts/drawers, including emergency stock; assists in training and orientation of technician; to compile and document an accurate and complete list of medications the patient was taking before hospital admission and escalate any discrepancies to pharmacist; perform medication history assessments by interviewing relevant sources including but not limited to patient and/or family interview or phone call to outpatient pharmacy/nursing home/provider’s office; determine time last dose of each medication was taken prior to admission for future scheduling; obtain indication for PRN medications and actual frequency of use of PRN medication; evaluate patient compliance with home medications prior to admission; prompts patient for additional medications, such as over the counter medications, lotions or creams, eye drops, inhalers, etc.; recognize incompleteness of current home medication list and ask clarifying questions; escalate any medication history discrepancies or issues to supervising pharmacist; verify patient allergy information and ensure complete documentation of substance, allergy category, and reaction description; document prior to admission medication histories, compliance, and allergy information appropriately within the electronic health record in a timely manner; communicate to pharmacist about patients with complex/high-risk medications on prior to admission medication list; precept pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, pharmacists, and nurses regarding home medication interviews and documentation; in addition to these specialized responsibilities, the medication history pharmacy technician will also be able to function as a standard pharmacy technician, assisting pharmacists in preparing and distributing drugs.
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Additional Information
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, current registry with the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician and PTCB certified as a Pharmacy Technician. Two years of experience preferred.
Note: IV training is not required for this position.