Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).
Pay Range:
$22.64 - $29.42
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Position Overview
SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)
Obtains medication histories for new patients coming through the Emergency Department as identified through inclusion criteria. Medication history information will be obtained from the patient directly or the patient's family, retail pharmacy, physician office, or electronic prescription databases. Documentation of current medication and allergy history into the electronic health record for pharmacist and physician review. Communicates completion of medication history to ED pharmacist, physician, and nursing staffs. Performs all duties of inpatient pharmacy technician if necessary.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma or equivalency. Pharmacy Technician Certification Board(CPhT) certification required. Current NJ Board of Pharmacy Registration or acquire the registration within 6 months of employment.
Experience: Two years Pharmacy Technician experience required. PTCB Medication History certification preferred.
Other Credentials:
Knowledge and Skills: Strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills. Attention to detail and accurate in work. Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing work volumes. Basic computer skills and familiarity with EHR systems.
Special Training:
Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:
Usual Work Day: 8 Hours
Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? No
If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Conducts detailed interviews with patients and/or caregivers/family members to compile an accurate list of current home medications including name, dose, route, frequency, indication for PRN, and last dose taken(date/time).s.
Prompts patient/family members for additional medications by suggesting over-the-counter(OTC) medications including herbals, vitamins, pain relivers, cold products, patches, lotions & creams, eye drops, sprays, inhalers, etc.
Contacts outpatient pharmacies and provider if necessary to verify medication regimens and investigate discrepancies.
Obtains allergy history, type of reaction, and severity to any medication or substance.
Utilizes electronic databases and electronic medical records to further medication utilization history.
Accurately records medication and allergy information into the Electronic Health Record(EHR) for pharmacist and practitioner review.
Participates in performance improvement activities.
Precepts pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, and pharmacy residents regarding home medication interviews and documentation.
Participates in Leap Frog data collection related to medication reconciliation.
Is able to function in all inpatient pharmacy technician tasks as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Frequent physical demands include:…