Pharmacy-Medical History Technician

Company: Providence Health & Services
Location: Medford
Posted on: June 8, 2021

Job Description:

Providence is calling a Medical History Technician Pharmacy - Pharmacy (0.9 FTE, Variable/Rotating) to Providence Medford Medical Center in Medford, OR

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We are seeking a Medication History Technician (MHtech) - Pharmacy that will conduct patient, family or caregiver interviews to obtain a list of medications a patient was taking prior to admission. If needed, the MHtech may utilize other data sources to further investigate and complete an accurate medication list. The medication list compiled by the MHtech will be entered into the hospital's computerized medication reconciliation program and verified by a registered pharmacist. On occasion, may perform pharmacy technician job duties as assigned

In this position you will have the following responsibilities:

• Perform medication history assessments for new admissions to the hospital, providing complete information regarding each medication identified (drug, dose, route, frequency, indication for PRN, and last dose taken-date/time)
• Verify patient allergy information and ensure complete documentation (substance, allergy category, reaction description)
• Coordinate medication history assessment
• Document the medication history and allergy information in the electronic medical record accurately and in a timely manner
• Participate in performance improvement activities
• Participate in the training of Pharmacy Technicians, Externs, and Pharmacy Students regarding home medication interviews and documentation
• In addition to these specialized responsibilities, the Medication History Technician will also be able to function as a standard pharmacy technician
• Assist the pharmacists in preparing and distributing drugs and maintaining drug inventory
• Knowledge and application of hospital wide compliance policies as well as specific compliance issues for area of accountability

Required qualifications for this position includes:

• High School Diploma -OR- GED or equivalent experience
• Must successfully complete Medication History Technician Competency Program
• Current Oregon Board of Pharmacy Technician license

Preferred qualifications for this position includes:

• Graduate of a Pharmacy Technician program
• Experience with current pharmacy information systems (i.e. EPIC, Pyxis applications).
• Two (2) years experience as a certified Pharmacy Technician in retail or inpatient

About Providence in Oregon

As the largest healthcare system and largest private employer in Oregon, Providence offers exceptional work environments and unparalleled career opportunities.

The Providence Experience begins each time our patients or their families have an encounter with a Providence team member and continues throughout their visit or stay. Whether you provide direct or indirect patient care, we want our patients to feel that they are in a welcoming place where they can be comfortable and free from anxiety. Our employees create the Providence Experience through simple, caring behaviors such as acknowledging and welcoming each visitor, introducing ourselves and Providence, addressing people by name, providing the duration of estimated wait times and updating frequently if timelines change, explaining situations in a way that puts patients at ease, carefully listening to their concerns, and always thanking people for trusting Providence for their healthcare needs. At Providence, our quality vision is simple,

"Providence will provide the best care and service to every person, every time."

Providence is consistently ranked among the top 100 companies to work for in Oregon. It is also home to two of our award-winning Magnet medical centers. Providence hospitals and clinics are located in numerous areas, ranging from the Columbia Gorge to the wine country to sunny southern Oregon to charming coastal communities to the urban setting of Portland. If you want a vibrant lifestyle while working with a team highly committed to the art of healing, choose from our many options in Oregon.

Keywords: Providence Health & Services, Medford , Pharmacy-Medical History Technician, Other , Medford, Oregon