Medication Historian

Employment Type: Full time, rotating 8-hour shifts.

What You Will Do

• Obtain an accurate and complete admission medication list via face-to-face interview with patients, including prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal products, noting drug name, dose, frequency, compliance, and last dose taken.
• Document any known drug allergies and reactions, collaborating with alternative sources such as family, physician offices, nursing homes, or retail pharmacies when necessary.
• Communicate effectively using advanced interviewing skills to conduct medication history interviews in a professional and non-invasive manner.
• Problem-solve and apply critical thinking to obtain admission medication lists for diverse patient populations.
• Use advanced computer skills to gather information and document the patient’s admission medication list.
• Adhere to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety, and medical information.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be a registered pharmacy technician or eligible for technician/trainee registration in the State of Iowa (required prior to start of employment).
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer—LIVE class only) prior to employment or within 60 days of hire, and maintain current status.
• Complete Mandatory Reporting: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse requirement within 6 months of hire and renew every 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience as a pharmacy technician (retail preferred) or allied health professional, with knowledge of medications including brand/generic names, dosages, frequencies, and indications.