Phelps Health
The Medication Reconciliation Technician is responsible for obtaining and recording accurate initial medication and allergy histories from patients or their caregivers. This includes documenting prescription and over-the-counter medications and coordinating with pharmacists or physicians to resolve uncertainties.
A high school diploma is required, and candidates must be registered or have applied for a Pharmacy Technician License prior to starting. Preference is given to those with one year of healthcare experience or students in Nursing or Pharmacy programs.
Interviews patients and/or their designated family/caregivers as soon as possible after presenting for care to the Emergency Department. Obtains and records accurately in the electronic medical record a current list of medications to include: prescription medications, over-the-counter (non-prescription) medications, vitamin and nutritional supplements. Documents the name/location of patient’s preferred pharmacy in the medical record. Records the following for each medication: medication/supplement name, dosage form, strength, dose, day/time of last taken dose, and source (s) of the information being recorded. Flag attention required for uncertain information. Clarifies as many uncertainties as possible and compiles as complete a medication history as possible utilizing patient/designee information, community pharmacy records, clinic records, long-term-care facility records and information from previous hospital encounters. Obtains and records in the electronic medical record any allergy history for each patient. In doing so, clarifies and records the nature of the allergic reaction. Consults a pharmacist and/or physician in all cases of unresolved uncertainties related to a patient’s medication & allergy history. Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Current student attending a Nursing or Pharmacy program preferred. Work Experience High level of verbal and written communication skills Aptitude in math and science Typing and computer skills required Functions independently, with accuracy under stressful situations Successfully complete MRT Competency/Skill Set One year related healthcare experience preferred. Certification/License Must be registered or applied for Pharmacy Technician License prior to start date. Licensed practical nurse preferred. Current student in RN or Medical program preferred. Mental/Physical Requirements Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Considerable mental concentration required. Standing and walking up stairs 50% of shift is required. Light lifting (25 lbs) required. Working Conditions Potential exposure to infectious disease. Possibility of exposure to radiation, anti-neoplastic agents, and hostile persons. Minimal physical discomfort. Frequent auditory distractions. At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care. Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board. Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps Health also has clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville, Missouri.
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