Pharmacy Tech Medication History

About the role

At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.

The Medication History Pharmacy Technician is an integral member of the Department of Pharmacy. The Medication History Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the medication history process in the Emergency Department and for admitted patients. This individual works independently and cooperatively with members of the Department of Pharmacy, Nursing, and Physicians. This position requires effective communication with these departments to improve patient care. The Medication History Pharmacy Technician provides exceptional customer service as an extension of their patient‑oriented duties. This position is responsible for providing an updated medication list for all high‑risk patients. Furthermore, this position demonstrates proficiency in evaluating documented medication histories using structured patient interviews and standardized forms and processes. The Medication History Pharmacy Technician’s role is to improve the accuracy of the histories of medication use prior to admission, and to optimize patient outcomes in the medication reconciliation process. The Medication History Pharmacy Technician has the ability to utilize automation systems, the electronic health record, and various office software programs. The Medication History Pharmacy Technicians will follow and maintain the appropriate documentation as required by law, regulations, and departmental policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient medication histories and document correctly into the electronic medical record.
• Ability to perform the duties and functions of a dispensing Pharmacy Technician.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service to all patients and visitors.
• Participate in quality assurance programs by maintaining medication history data and reporting any significant medication errors.
• Ability to be at work and be on time.
• Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives.
• Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills with patients and colleagues and communicate effectively with other departments.
• Display attention to detail when documenting prior to admission medication history.
• Educate oneself and train/educate students and new staff.
• Demonstrate leadership skills that positively contribute to the Medical Center.
• Provide pharmaceutical care in accordance with law and regulations.
• Support the direction and initiatives of the Department of Pharmacy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in an inpatient hospital pharmacy or community pharmacy setting.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a Pharmacy Technician Training Program (preferred).
• Current California Registered Pharmacy Technician license (required).
• Current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certificate (preferred).

Skills

• Effective communication with nursing, physicians, and pharmacy staff.
• Customer service orientation.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Leadership and training abilities.
• Proficiency with automation systems, electronic health record, and office software.

Benefits

• High‑quality health insurance plan options for employees and dependents.
• Access to MemorialCare Benefits and Rewards program.

Pay

Pay range: $29.20/hr. – $42.33/hr. (placement based on experience and qualifications; additional compensation may include shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities).

Schedule

Full‑time position; day shift.