Medication Historian Technician
Company: Saint Joseph Mercy Health System
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Employment Type:Full timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription:GENERAL
SUMMARYProvides technical assistance with collecting, clarifying
and documenting complete and accurate medication histories under
the direction of the pharmacist. Processes, enters, and interprets
medication histories, under the supervision of the pharmacist, and
completes medication history documentation into a computerized
system. Clarifies information though communication with providers,
patients, patient family members and pharmacies. Works with
multiple medication automation systems.Essential Duties and
ResponsibilitiesPrioritize workload based on patient's risk level
and admissions.Interview patients / family members/ caregiver to
obtain a complete and accurate medication history including drug
allergies and reactionsCompile a complete and accurate list of
targeted patient's home medications including over the counter
drugs and herbal supplements including drug name, dosage,
frequency, compliance and last dose takenUse available resources to
reconcile the patient's medication list including physicians,
pharmacies, nursing homes, payers, etc.Notify healthcare provider
of any omission, duplications, errors, or other important details
related to the patients home medication list.Document findings by
accurately entering all available medication-related data into the
computer system.Mentor and assist with training new Medication
Historian TechniciansCollect and enter data into the pharmacy
information system as directedMonitor outcomes of medication
reconciliation process and reporting to appropriate
committees.Attend mandatory staff meetingsPerform all duties of a
pharmacy technician II if appropriately trained.Behave in
accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of SJMHSupplemental
Duties and Responsibilities: Perform other job related duties and
projects as assignedCollect data, conduct quality monitors and
complete documentation as assignedMaintain logs, records and other
required documentation accurately, files documents in appropriate
locationsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSUREEducation: Requires
high school diploma or equivalentExperience: Minimum of 6-12 months
Pharmacy Tech and/or equivalent medication historian related
experience in order to effectively communicate with patients,
family members and pharmacy staff and the ability to obtain an
accurate and detailed medication history. Prior outpatient/retail
pharmacy technician experience is preferred.Licensure:
Certification as a Pharmacy Technician or related equivalent (ex.
LPN) in the State of Michigan is required. Continuing education
credits to maintain certification is requiredREQUIRED SKILLS AND
ABILITIESInterpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients
and all levels of hospital and medical staffThorough knowledge of
pharmaceutical products, generic names, routes of administration,
dosage forms etcWorking knowledge of medical abbreviations, medical
terminology and disease statesGood level of judgment and ability to
work independentlyTyping skills (30 words per minute)Ability to
learn new computer programs in order to quickly
andefficientlynavigate clinical information systems and
pharmacy-related databasesExcellent organizational skills required
due to the fast-pace and dynamic workflow for this roleAbility to
pay close attention to detailDemonstrate knowledge of medications
via skills review.Presents and operates in a professional manner
which commands respect, reflects a high level of competency, and
encourages congenitallyREPORTING RELATIONSHIPSGeneral supervision
is received from Clinical Pharmacy ManagerOur Commitment to
Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is a family of 115,000
colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25
states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are
trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions,
language preferences, and health practices of the communities that
we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health
outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of
thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often
lead to innovative solutions.Our dedication to diversity includes a
unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment,
retention, and development), commitment and accountability,
communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
Keywords: Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, Ann Arbor , Medication Historian Technician, Professions , Ann Arbor, Michigan
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