Medication Reconciliation Technician

Medication Reconciliation Technician

Position Summary

Works in the Emergency Department to collect admission medication histories. The MRT, with oversight by the Transitions of Care Pharmacist, assists prescribers with the home medication portion of the electronic admission medication reconciliation process. The employee may function as an operational technician when necessary and/or if time allows.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Collects an accurate and complete home medication history by interviewing the patient and utilizing secondary sources as needed.

2. Accurately and completely enters medication history into electronic medical record (EMR).

3. Provides operational assistance in the Emergency Department or main pharmacy when necessary and if time allows.

4. Assists in training pharmacy technicians pertaining to medication histories.

Work Contact Group (Internal/External)

HMC employees, providers, patients, families and visitors.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to (position):

Transitions of Care Pharmacist and/or Pharmacists, Assistant Director of Pharmaceutical Services, Director of Pharmaceutical Services.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

ASHP/ACPE Accredited Pharmacy Technician Education Program; Associates Degree or higher.

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

0 to 1 year hospital or retail pharmacy experience.

Preferred:

2 or more years of retail pharmacy experience.

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

Current New Jersey Board of Pharmacy Technician License.

Preferred:

Certified Pharmacy Technician (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board).

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

Mathematical proficiency. Dexterity. Successful completion of written and hands on competencies. Technical expertise (site level) for Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADC) (e.g. PYXIS® or Omnicell®). Competence in required computer programs (clinical system, ADC, packaging, parenteral documentation).

Preferred:

MS Office proficient.

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).