The Medication Historian assists with compiling an accurate and complete patient medication history. Interviews patients and uses a standardized tool to record all patient medication information including prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, dietary and herbal supplements. Works with patients/family members to maintain updated medication lists, communicates pertinent findings to appropriate care team members, and identifies and facilitates correction of medication discrepancies.
What we are looking for:
Education: High school graduation or equivalentLicensure / Certification: Approved Pharmacy Technician Certification or Pharmacy Intern LicenseExperience: 1-3 years of retail pharmacy experience preferredEffective Communication SkillsAbility to interact efficiently with patients and families while also demonstrating empathy and sensitivity when gathering required medication informationAptitude in mathematical manipulations (ratio, proportions, multiplication, division, decimals, and fractions)What you will do:
Gathers information about the patient's medications from family or directly from the patient in the Emergency Room or inpatient settings.Compiles a complete list of patient's medications, including name, dosage, frequency, route and compliance history, OTC, and herbal supplements.Collects information on patient's drug allergies and reactions.Enters obtained information into appropriate application/system.Communicates with physician offices, retail pharmacies, or other sources to verify medications as needed.Compares medication list to indications and medical history if available.Identify medication discrepancies and facilitate correction or escalation to pharmacists for follow-up, if needed.Demonstrates responsibility and acts independently, in areas not requiring the professional judgment of a pharmacist/nurse/prescriber.Ministry/Facility Information:
Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our four hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!
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