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Southern Ohio Medical Center
Medication Reconciliation Pharmacy Tech
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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).
$36,575 / year median in Ohio
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Current Employees:
If you are currently employed at SOMC please log into UKG Pro to use the internal application process.Department:
Pharmacy Shift/schedule:
Part Time (30 hrs/wk)GENERAL SUMMARY
Works under the direction and supervision of the Pharmacists and the Registered Pharmacist Supervisor. The Medication Reconciliation Pharmacy Technician's primary job function is to prepare and distribute medications and to assist the Pharmacist in the preparation of patient home medication lists. Performs quality control, routine maintenance and other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
- Completion of a board approved Pharmacy Technician training program or National Certification required
Licensure:
- State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration required
Experience:
- Pharmacy Technician training program or certification or prior technician work experience required.
JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. 1. Profiles physician orders in computer system for pharmacist review. 2. Provides prompt, efficient, and courteous service, answer telephone inquiries; takes messages when necessary or directs inquiry to the appropriate person. 3. Responsible for general cleanliness of work area/department. 4. Ability to recognize narcotic discrepancies and perform audits as necessary. 5. Delivers medications to Meds to Beds patients (in Emergency Room). 6. Enters patient charges/credits into computer profile system. 7. Checks incoming orders of medications and pharmacy supplies against purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness. 8. Reviews patient medication profile to identify medications available through Patient Assistance. 9. Contacts drug manufacturer for any application forms needed and/or enrolling patients for various programs over the phone/internet. 10. Performs medication reconciliation by interviewing patients and/or family member to validate home medications. 11. Contacts pharmacies, nursing homes, and the Veteran Affairs for a complete list of home medications. 12. Communicates with the Pharmacist regarding any questions about home medications. 13. Enters the patients' complete and accurate list of home medications into Meditech. 14. Obtains necessary income documentation from patients for various programs. 15. Completes applications and obtains prescriptions for each manufacturer's applications. May coordinate with physician regarding and substitutions and obtains signed applications/prescriptions. 16. Educates patient on his/her responsibility for re-ordering prescriptions. 17. Communicates with Purchasing Agent regarding stock levels and items needed to assure adequate inventory. Assures stock rotation and placement of items in appropriate storage areas. Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission. Compensation & Benefits Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension) Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage- Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days Life insurance and disability coverage
- Tuition and certification assistance Club LC - discounted/free gym membership Employee discount and payroll deduct programs And many other benefit offerings!
- Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked.