Pharmacy Tech- Medication Reconciliation- Per Diem Job at Valley Presbyterian
JOB SUMMARY:
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The Medication Reconciliation Pharmacy Technician provides comprehensive medication reconciliation services under the supervision of a Pharmacist.
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
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have at least 2 years of experience (within the past 5 years) as a retail pharmacy technician or have a previous experience as a Medication reconciliation pharmacy technician in a hospital setting.
General computer skills, including accurate and efficient entry and navigation in multiple software systems, are required and Meditech proficiency is preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and knowledge of brands/generics as well as top 200 most common medications are required.
EDUCATION:
- High School graduate or equivalent
LICENSURES/CERTIFICATION:
- Must successfully complete and maintain LA City Fire Card certification at the time of hire or within the first 30 days of employment
- be licensed as a pharmacy technician in the state of California
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (These are the essential job functions for this position. The essential functions of this job include, but may not be limited to those listed in this job description. Employees hired for this position must be able to perform the essential function of this job without imposing significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others):
Working with all the members of the health care team, the pharmacy technician will document the home medication history accurately and completely on paper and in the computer on all patients within 24 hours of admission to the hospital.
Conducts patient and/or family interviews focused on obtaining current medication regimens including prescription and over-the-counter (non-prescription) medications, as well as vitamin and herbal supplements for dosing, frequency and indications.
Clarifies as many uncertainties as possible utilizing patient and family caregiver information, ambulatory pharmacy records, clinic records, long-term care facility records, and information from previous hospital encounters.
Contacts the patient's outside pharmacy or physician to resolve all discrepancies in a timely manner.
Documents resolution of discrepancies in the medical record so that the attending physician can review and validate the reconciled medication list.
Is able to set priorities in relation to the needs and circumstances at the time with reference to the patients, co-workers and Physicians.
Gives feedback to supervising pharmacist for continuous process improvement of the reconciliation process. Assists with main pharmacy technician activities if needed.
The following job accountabilities are not unique to this particular job but are common to all jobs at VPH:
Complies with VPH policies and procedures on customer satisfaction and service excellence. Demonstrates professionalism and cultural sensitivity in coordinating activities and communicating with all customers, peers, and the community at large. Conducts self in a professional, respectful and courteous manner during all interactions. Works effectively and collaboratively with others toward common goals.
Communicates accurately, honestly, supportively and in a timely manner with department and interdepartmental team members. Demonstrates effective business writing and oral communication skills, handwriting is clear and legible.
Participates in operational aspects of the department, and maintains/participates in performance improvement activities within the department.
Participates in all departmental specific training, Environment of Care (injury/illness prevention, fire/life safety, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, utilities management, medical equipment management, safety and security management), infection control (standard precautions, TB Exposure Control Plan, Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan).
Demonstrates knowledge of and follows safety practices. Understands the importance of safety, including patient safety in the work place. Maintains a safe environment for self and others.
Actively participates in the Patient Safety Program, including event reporting. Identifies sentinel events/near misses and responds per defined organization processes. Participates in education activities and process implementation. Demonstrates advocacy for the patient/customer and appropriately acknowledges patients, customers and visitors.
The above statements reflect the essential functions considered necessary to describe the principle content of the job. They are not intended to be a complete statement of all work requirements or duties that may be inherent in the job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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Primarily an inside building/office environment, well lighted and ventilated, which may consist of multiple treatment and/or work sites.
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Fast and continuous work pace with variable workload.
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Frequent contact with staff and public under a variety of circumstances.Requires ability to communicate clearly (in English) verbally and in writing for effective communication with other staff members, physicians, vendors, community members, patients and patient families, employees and applicants of all socio-economic levels from a diverse cultural and ethnic population.
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Subject to many interruptions from multiple calls and inquiries and potentially emotional situations involving accidents, injuries, illness and/or death.
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Handles emergency/crisis situations in accordance with Hospital policy.
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Answers phones or pages; may carry a beeper/pager, and/or use a two-way radio.
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Occasional travel may be required.
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Potential risk of exposure to hazards from chemicals (toxic and non-toxic), flammable materials, gas or electrical or radiant energy or equipment with/without moving parts.
Salary Range: $30.5 - $36.29 per hour
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