Medication Historian Tech

Medication Historian Tech at Trinity Health in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care. GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE: Assists with the accuracy and completeness of medication lists for patients across the continuum of care beginning in the Emergency Department or the inpatient units and under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Department. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must be licensed as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Idaho State Board of Pharmacy. Minimum 3 years of experience as a pharmacy technician required, preferred to have 6 months with Saint Alphonsus National Certification (CPhT, ExCPT or equivalent) required. Knowledge of community pharmacy operations preferred. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. Gathers information about the patient's medications from family or directly from the patient in a manner that is professional and non-invasive. Works independently to perform medication list confirmation for patients being admitted to the hospital and compiles a complete list of patient's home medications including over the counter drugs and herbal supplements including drug name, dosage, and frequency. Coordinates with nursing, pharmacy, and providers to ensure medication lists are updated within 24 hours of admission. Interviews to obtain any known drug allergies and reactions. Familiar with the outpatient dispensing models and pharmacies patients may be engaged with. Documents tasks performed within the electronic medical record. Follows up with community pharmacies and physician offices as required. May be required to function as staff pharmacy technician if the need arises. Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health. Visit (Therapist PRN) to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Saint Alphonsus Health System. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account