JOB SUMMARY
Assist with the accuracy and completeness of medication history collection across the continuum of care beginning in the Emergency Department or the inpatient units and under the direct supervision of the Emergency Department.
JOB DUTIES
demonstrates the organizations mission and core values and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values.
and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health safety and medical information.
information about the patients medications from family or directly from the patient in a manner that is professional and non-invasive.
and compiles a complete list of patients home medications including over the counter drugs and herbalsupplements including drug name dosage frequency compliance and last dose taken.
to interview to obtain any known drug allergies and reactions.
interacting with patients patients families and guests as well as other hospital associates and staff consistently demonstrates SJHSs core values.
provides superior service by responding to Physician staff and/or patient/family requests.
regular rounds of the Emergency Department in order to obtain home medication lists from inpatients and outpatients.
pharmacy physician offices etc. to obtain the most accurate medication list as possible.
final home medication list with patient.
all medication reconciliation information into the computer.
completed medication reconciliation form to be placed on chart.
in staff meetings for the purpose of disseminating information and monitoring associate needs concerns and suggestions.
patients and families in a courteous friendly manner making them feel welcome and as comfortable as possible.
knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the units/areas/departments policies and procedures.
other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
Education: High School Diploma required.
Licensure: Licensed by the Indiana State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician.
Experience: Four (4) years experience as a pharmacy technician required. Ambulatory or retail experience preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with people from diverse backgrounds and at all levels within the medical center and in the community. Ability to create and foster a cooperative teamwork environment. Basic computer skills electronic data entry. Knowledge of commonly used prescription drugs including brand/generic names available dosages frequencies and indications.
Other Job Requirements: Assigned hours within your shift starting time or days of work are subject to change based on departmental and/or organizational needs.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
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