What are the responsibilities and job description for the ED Medical History Tech - Pharmacy position at UR Medicine Thompson Health?
Do you have experience as Pharmacy Tech or have knowledge related to medications & electronic medical record databases? We have a rewarding position available in the Thompson Health Emergency Department.
Schedule: Primarily Monday-Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm. Occasional evening, weekend, holiday.
Pay Range: $19.08 - $21.00, based on experience.
Benefits:
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement up to $6000/year
- Contribution and match on Retirement Plan
- Four weeks paid time off
- Access to Success coaches
- Free parking
Company Culture: Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience!
- Focus on CARES values: Commitment, Action, Respect, Excellence, and Service
- Focus on Employee Wellness: Biometric screenings, Wellness programs, Onsite gym, Zen Room, Community Shared Agriculture program, Access to Success Coach
- Staff Recognition platforms: Shining Stars, CARESCount website
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the nonprofessional aspects of collecting & inputting pre-hospital medication data into the electronic record.
- This may be done using various methods and tools including, but not limited to interviewing patients, calling pharmacies, communicating with physician office practices, and electronic medical records/databases.
- The ED Medication History Technician will facilitate safe and timely admission of patients by entering home medication information into the health information system and communicating with ED staff and admitting providers to allow them the ability to make medication reconciliation decisions upon admission.
- All medication-associated duties are performed under the supervision of licensed personnel (nurses, pharmacists).
- Providing customer service and support in a manner consistent with the health system’s goals and expectations.
- Actively guarding the confidentiality of sensitive info including but not limited to the patients, staff and the health system.
Requirements:
- High School education required with working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Associate Degree preferred.
- Skill in daily communication including effectively gathering and disseminating information.
- Flexibility in decision making and prioritizing assignments.
- Skill in proactively resolving problems, recommending, and implementing continuous quality improvements.
- Prior history and knowledge of medication nomenclature (ie. pharmacy technician) preferred
Pay Range: $19.08 - $21.00 plus shift differentials
Starting Pay: Based on Experience
Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply