Pharmacy Tech Lead - Pharmacy - FT-(Flexible hours between 0700-2300)e/o
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Description: Mercy Medical Center Des Moines is in need of Pharmacy Tech Lead - Pharmacy - FT-(Flexible hours between 0700-2300)e/o right now, this career will be placed in Iowa. For complete informations about this career opportunity please read the description below. GENERAL SUMMARY:
First line supervisor of activities of the Medication History Ph! armacy Technicians. Directly responsible for activities of Medication History Pharmacy Technicians assisting in obtaining medication and allergy histories of patients of all ages including neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
In addition, performs in the role of a Medication History Pharmacy Technician. Individuals in this role provide technical support in obtaining, verifying for accuracy, and recording initial medication histories from patients &/or their designated family/caregivers upon presentation to Mercy patient care areas. Includes conducting patient &/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.
Perform other functions of a pharmacy technician registered in the State of Iowa and within the scope of Iowa law as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervises p! rocesses involving Medication History Pharmacy Technicians rel! ated to obtaining and recording patient medication medication & allergy histories.
- Performs scheduling functions
- Monitors and evaluates the performance of Medication History Pharmacy Technicians
- Primary contact for Emergency Department (ED) pharmacists and ED and Pharmacy Dept leadership in planning and troubleshooting Medication & Allergy History procedures.
- Performs in the role of a Medication History Pharmacy Technician
- Successfully complete Medication History Pharmacy Technician Competency/Skill Set
- Interview patients &/or their designated family/caregivers as soon as possible after
- Obtain & record in the electronic medical record a current list of medications to include: prescription medications, over-the-counter (non-prescription) medications, vitamin and nutrit! ional supplements, as well as the source(s) for this information.
- Recording should include the following: name/location of patient's ambulatory pharmacy, medication/supplement name, dosage form, strength, dose, day/time of most recent dose, and source(s) of the information being recorded.
- Attempt to clarify as many uncertainties and compile as complete a medication history as possible utilizing patient and family/caregiver information, ambulatory pharmacy records, clinic records, long-term-care facility records and information from previous hospital encounters.
- Obtain & record in the electronic medical record an allergy history for each patient. In doing so, clarify & record the nature of the allergic reaction when necessary.
- Consult with a pharmacist in all cases of unresolved uncertainties related to a patient's medication & allergy history.
- Perform other functions as described in the M! ercy Medical Center Pharmacy Technician job description as needed. !
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or GED.
- High level of verbal and written communication skills.
- Aptitude in math and science.
- Typing and computer skills required
- Pharmacy Technician Certification required.
- Minimum of 3000 hours of pharmacy technician experience required.
Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
Adheres to and exhibits our core values:
Reverence: Having a profound spirit of awe and respect for all creation, shaping relationships to self, to one another and to God and acknowledging that we hold in trust all that has been given to us.
Integrity: Moral wholeness, soundness, uprightness, honesty and sincerity as a basis of trustworthiness.
Compassion: Feel! ing with others, being one with others in their sorrows and joys, rooted in the sense of solidarity as members of the human community.
Excellence: Outstanding achievement, merit, virtue; continually surpassing standards to achieve/maintain quality.
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.
Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.
Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community.
Catholic Health Initiatives and its organizations are Equal Opportunity Employers
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Shift: day/evening
Scheduled Hours per 2-week Pay Period: 80
Weekends Required: Every Other
Status: Full Time
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If you were eligible to this career, please email u! s your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Mercy Medical C! enter Des Moines.
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This career will be opened on: Sat, 07 Sep 2013 10:08:03 GMT
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