Pharmacy Technician
010 - UHS Wilson Medical Center
Johnson City, NY
5x8 hrs

Work Environment

• All work is performed in offices that require working in close quarters with other employees and patients. The areas are air conditioned / heated. Work also may take place throughout the hospital (i.e. nursing stations, patient care units). Constant pressure to process high volume of work accurately within time constraints, distractions and interruptions, such as noise and telephone calls. shift, weekend and holiday rotation will be required.
• Walking to Patient Room
  • Physical Demands – walking, standing, pushing, manual dexterity, reading
  • Equipment Used – computer and workstation on wheels
  • Frequency Performed – 10%
• Keyboarding - Computer
  • Physical Demands – manual dexterity, sitting, grasping, vision, reaching 6”
  • Equipment Used – computer and printer
  • Frequency Performed – 60%
• Employees are required to have reasonable access to transportation to meet work requirements made in the ordinary course of business in a timely and efficient manner.

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information

• All – Access to patient information, including restricted information – Level 4

Staff Supervised

• Not Applicable

Job Responsibilities:

• Interview newly admitted patients and/or caregivers to obtain a complete and accurate home medication history, including prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal products.
• Collect and verify patient allergy information, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Utilize available electronic health records and pharmacy databases to validate medication histories and identify discrepancies.
• Accurately document medication and allergy information in electronic medical records or designated paper forms in accordance with organizational policies.
• Communicate pertinent medication-related information, discrepancies, or concerns to pharmacists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to support medication reconciliation and promote patient safety.

Qualifications:

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred/required (adjust as needed).
• Strong communication and interviewing skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Experience with electronic health records or pharmacy systems preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Required:

Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two years of pharmacy technician experience
• Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking an experience Pharmacy Technician for their Medication History Pharmacy Technician position. Medication History Pharmacy Technician obtains a comprehensive and accurate medication history within 24 hours of admission through direct interviews with the patient and/or caregiver, as well as communication with the patient’s provider and outpatient pharmacy.