Pharmacy Technician Specialty

Job Overview:

Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician, Medication History will participate in the medication reconciliation process.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Minimum one (1) year of Pharmacy experience required, preferably within a hospital setting.

• PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) certification required within one (1) year from date of hire.

Experience:

Prior experience as a pharmacy technician is preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician, Medication History will participate in the medication reconciliation process.

• This will include accessing the EHR to view patients in the ED that will be admitted.

• The technician will interview the patient and/or family member to obtain an accurate medication history.

• Review of an external medication history, contacting the patients retail pharmacy, or calling other physicians may be necessary to resolve any medication concerns.

• In addition, they will need to update the patient s home medication list in the EHR.

• Communication skills are essential for interviewing patients and their families, as well as working with the pharmacist when patients are currently on medications that are non-formulary.

• In this instance, any effort will be made to convert the patient to a formulary equivalent.

• Knowledge of healthcare informatics is vital for their entry and documentation of their daily activities in the pharmacy documentation database.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer