Medication History Technician

Summary

The Pharmacy Technician will have direct interaction with patients, visitors, physicians, and hospital staff in a professional manner consistent with Baptist Health values. The Technician will assist with obtaining prior to admission medication lists for all inpatient and observation patients by querying patients, family members, caregivers, pharmacies, long-term care facilities, and physician offices. The MHT will document information in the electronic medical record and communicate their findings to a pharmacist for review.

Requirements

• Active Pharmacy Technician Permit with State Board of Pharmacy in Arkansas (in good standing)
• Active Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification
• At least one year of experience as a pharmacy technician (two years preferred)
• At least 12 college level credit hours that include a passing grade in English Composition with a C or higher and an overall GPA of 2.0 or greater; OR a positive work history within a Baptist Health facility for a minimum of three consecutive years (current employees), as demonstrated by annual performance evaluations; OR a positive work history for a minimum of 4 years at another entity
• Must successfully complete all requirements for MHT within 30 days of hire or promotion, to include:
  • Review and acknowledge understanding of Baptist Health policy and procedure and Arkansas Board of Pharmacy Law
  • Pass (score ≥ 75%) a Prescription Medication Matching Test
  • Pass (score ≥ 90%) a Prior to Admission Medication List Collection and Review policy and procedure exam
  • Complete a practical skills assessment as outlined in department policy

Schedule

Day shift, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. This job is authorized for 80.00 hours bi-weekly.