Acute Medication History Pharmacy Technician
Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Sun City, ArizonaDepartment Name: Acute
PharmacyWork Shift: DayJob Category:Pharmacy$1,000 SIGN-ON
BONUS!Pharmacy careers are better at Banner Health. We are
committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care
about you, your career today and your future. If you're looking to
leverage your abilities - apply today.-- Banner Boswell Medical
Center is a nationally recognized facility offering many
specialized service lines focused on delivering exceptional care to
our customers and community.-- At BBWMC we have an engaging,
collaborative culture which cares about the employee and works
together as a team to produce an optimum patient experience. The
pharmacy department incorporates new technology, continuous
education and consistent support to build strong, meaningful
careers for our team members.As an Acute Medication History
Pharmacy Technician your job responsibilities will be to obtain
medication histories for patients admitted to the hospital.-- You
will verify medication lists from patients, families, physicians,
retail pharmacies and enter into our electronic patient charts. You
will be trained to work in the central pharmacy department to
provide coverage as needed.-- This position works closely with ED
Clinical Pharmacists, Technician Supervisors and the Medication
History Team.-- You must be comfortable working independently and
in stressful situations, have excellent communication and a strong
attention to detail.-- This is a full time opportunity working 10
hour shifts from 8:00am-6:30pm including rotating weekends and
holidays.-- Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential
and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable. *Excludes
internal applicants.Banner Pharmacy Services division provides
excellent patient care across our entire continuum through
convenient access, improved medication outcomes and innovative
pharmacy practices. Banner Pharmacy Services will be recognized
nationally as a clinical leader and trusted partner in proactively
providing innovative pharmacy services through excellence in
integration, care coordination, medication management and service
to make a difference in people's lives. Banner is expanding its
focus from being a hospital company to a clinical quality company
focused on population health management. Clinical Pharmacy Services
are also included in this robust new service line and are
responsible for the management of the Banner formulary, development
of standardized system wide clinical pharmacy services, and
management of adverse drug event preventions. Clinical Pharmacy
Services provides collaborative drug therapy management and
educational interventions in patient care to optimize medication
therapy, improve outcomes, promote wellness, and disease
prevention.POSITION SUMMARYThis position, under the supervision of
a pharmacist, is responsible for obtaining a patient's complete
medication history through communication with the patient, family,
and/or other resources and documenting it into the medical record.
Medication History technicians (MHTs) perform an important function
in collecting an accurate and complete medication history from
every patient they encounter.-- A complete medication history will
include prescription medications, over-the-counter (OTC) products,
herbal supplements, vitamins/minerals, and other similar
products.CORE FUNCTIONS1.--Identifies and prioritizes patients
according to need for medication history collection. Reviews and
collects proper information for interview prior to patient
interaction.--2.--Interviews patients to collect the medication
history. Asks pertinent questions to ensure capture of all
prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, and
herbal/dietary supplements. As necessary, contacts family or other
resources (e.g. outside pharmacy) to get a more complete medication
history.--3.--Documents medication history and allergies in the
electronic health record according to established procedures.
Tracks history collection through intervention documentation. As
appropriate, notifies proper hospital staff of medication history
completion.--4. Follows procedure for infection control, safe
patient practices (e.g. using 2 patient identifiers), interpreter
services, and contraindications to patient interview.--5. Maintains
a safe and clean working environment by complying with all
policies, laws, and regulations. Performs quality control
activities such as monthly nursing unit inspections and pharmacy
section checks in a timely manner.--6. Assumes the duties of the
Acute Pharmacy Technician when needed and as appropriate. These
duties may include, but are not limited to preparing, charging and
crediting medications, restocking automated dispensing technology
and compounding specialty medications and intravenous medications,
to include hazardous and chemotherapeutic agents.MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working
knowledge. Completion of a Pharmacy Technician Certification
Program.--Requires Pharmacy Technician licensure and active
Pharmacy Technician certification OR Pharmacy Intern licensure in
the state of practice.Minimum of two years pharmacy technician
experience. Must have the knowledge of brand/generic names of
drugs, including OTC's and their strengths/uses, as well as
knowledge of herbal/dietary supplements and their strengths/uses.
Ability to complete moderate to difficult mathematical calculations
using a hand-held calculator is required. Strong customer service
focus, exceptional communication skills, strong attention to
detail, prioritization capabilities, superior problem-solving
skills, and ability to multi-task. Must have knowledge of computer
software, particularly medication management information system
software, Microsoft applications and Automated dispensing systems.
Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
for interfacing with all levels of staff, physicians, patients, and
other contacts.--Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health
Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the
time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment. Employees working at Banner MD Anderson or BUMC-P Whole
Health Counseling must possess a State of Arizona Department of
Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of
hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPrevious community pharmacy
technician experiences. --Additional related education and/or
experience preferred.
Keywords: Banner Health, Sun City , Acute Medication History Pharmacy Technician, Professions , Sun City, Arizona
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