In Med History, our goal is to obtain the best possible medication history for each patient admitted to the hospital. This step is crucial to completion of Joint Commission accreditation-mandated medication reconciliation. Medication History Technicians claim patients from a work list based on the patient’s location and the tech's scheduled shift assignment. Technicians follow a structured interview with the patient or caregiver and document the information into the electronic medical record. Discrepancies are communicated directly to the provider/pharmacist for resolution.

Job Summary

Provides technical assistance in the documentation and clarification of medication history lists under the direction of the pharmacist. Processes, enters, and interprets physician/nurse medication histories, under the direction of the pharmacist, and completes full history documentation in computerized system. Clarifies information through communication with providers, patients, and pharmacies. Performs special projects for the department. Works with multiple medication automation systems.

Essential Functions

Provides professional customer service as a liaison between the pharmacy department and patients/caregivers. Interacts with prescriber as needed.Processes physician/nurse/pharmacist obtained patient histories and enters into the computer system and assists in maintaining patient profiles.Reviews profile for allergies, duplication of drugs, and last doses and brings these to the attention of the pharmacist.Checks and verifies accuracy of patient profiles.Maintains clean and organized work area.Maintains all requirements for CPhT certifications. Completes all Spectrum Health assigned competencies by assigned due dates.Perform quality assurance data collection, collation, and presentation.

Qualifications

Required High School Diploma or equivalentPreferred Associate's Degree health care or related field1 year of relevant experience Pharmacy Required2 years of relevant experience Retail Pharmacy PreferredLIC-Pharmacist Intern - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required OrLIC-Pharmacy Technician - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required AndCRT-Pharmacy Technician, Certified (CPHT) - PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board 90 Days required OrCRT-Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) - NHA National Healthcareer Association 90 Days required

Ideal candidate will possess Full Pharmacy Technician License and National Certification, such as PTCB Certification

This position will entail 6 months of On-Site work at Butterworth Hospital

Once fully trained, you may have the opportunity to work Remotely while still residing in Michigan

6 months of full-time equivalent onsite experience required before eligible to work from home.

Additional criteria apply.

No scheduled shifts, flexibility to pick up from the open shift list.

Must work a minimum of one shift per 6-week scheduling period to maintain employment.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Corporate Admin - Medication History

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

0.04

Hours of Work

Variable Shifts

Days Worked

Monday to Sunday - Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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