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Corewell Health Corporate
Medication History Pharmacy Technician 7 x 7
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What they do
A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).
$34,121 / year median in Michigan
+18% projected growth
Job Description
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 technical assistance in the documentation and clarification of medication history lists under the direction of the pharmacist. Processes, enters, and interprets physician/nurse medication histories, under the direction of the pharmacist, and completes full history documentation in computerized system. Clarifies information through communication with providers, patients, and pharmacies. Performs special projects for the department. Works with multiple medication automation systems. 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 or ExCPT Ideal candidate will possess 1+ year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician This is an On-Site, 7 Days On / 7 Days Off Position offering Full Benefits How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- Butterworth Hospital
- 100 Michigan St NE
- Grand Rapids Department Name Pharmacy Corp Medication History
- Corporate Employment Type Full time Shift Night (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 36 Hours of Work 8 p.
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