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Nicklaus Children's Health System · 1 day ago

Medication History Registered Pharmacy Tech (Full Time, Flex)

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a Medication History Registered Pharmacy Technician to assist in obtaining medication histories for patients admitted to the hospital. The role involves direct patient interviews, documentation of medication histories, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate medication management.

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Responsibilities

Obtains accurate medication histories directly from admitted patients or their caregivers using excellent communication and customer service. Includes information for prescription medications, over-the-counter products, vitamins and minerals, and herbal supplements

Communicates and collaborates with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals regarding the obtained medication history and any medication-related issues

Documents the completed medication history within the patient’s electronic medical record

Navigates the electronic medical record and outpatient pharmacy or medical records as needed to obtain a complete and accurate medication history including calling outpatient pharmacies or other healthcare facilities to confirm medication regimens or clarify discrepancies

Completes periodic area inspections in a timely manner, as assigned, for removal of outdated medications prior to expiration of medication

Responsible for responding to equipment alerts, maintaining the automated dispensing machines, and other routine equipment in the Pharmacy and hospital

Answers the phone according to departmental standards and directs calls as appropriate using excellent customer service

Prepares and delivers medications per hospital standards to the designated Nursing Units in a timely manner and picks up returned medications

Receives daily shipments of medications from vendors and warehouse and accurately reports medication barcodes into designated computer system

Assists with stocking, maintaining, cleaning, and organizing the storage room

Prepares medications accurately and efficiently for individual patient use from stock and bulk supply

Accurately and efficiently prepares standardized doses of medication including unit dose and cassette fill for patient use

Accurately weighs, counts, and measures medications, labels patient specific medications, and places the finished product in a suitable container for pharmacist check

Qualification

Registered Pharmacy TechnicianCerner navigationIV admixture preparationMedication history documentationBasic math calculationsCustomer servicePressure handlingCommunication skills

Required

Registered in the State of Florida as a Pharmacy Technician- maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Able to read, write, and speak English fluently

Able to communicate verbally and in writing in a professional manner with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals

Able to navigate the ED Tracking Board and identify patients who are being admitted and require a medication history

Able to navigate Cerner, access outpatient medical records, access medical information from previous admissions, and document a complete and accurate medication history

Knowledge of percentage and basic math calculations

Knowledge of Metric system of measurement

Knowledge of generic and brand medication names

Demonstrate knowledge and skills of medication preparation and dispensing

Knowledge of medication formulations and ability to distinguish between formulations

Knowledge of common indications for use of medications and dosage strengths

Knowledge of the required components of a medication history

Ability to comprehend and analyze information

Ability to coordinate the sequence of a process

Able to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, to handle constantly stressful and changing situations, and to create a positive work environment